New York Islanders AHL Affiliate Renamed Bridgeport Islanders

The New York Islanders top minor league affiliate playing in the American Hockey League has been renamed the Bridgeport Islanders. The new Bridgeport Islanders logo features an iconic mark for the team’s future. The strong letter “B” recognizes the great … Continue reading

McDavid of Oilers, Alberta primary care manager NHL First Stars of Week

NEW YORK – Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid and Alberta Health Services program manager Aleem Rajani have been named the NHL’s “First Stars” for the week ending May 9. Throughout the 2020-21 season the NHL is celebrating the remarkable efforts of … Continue reading

Tocchet out as Coyotes coach after four seasons

Rick Tocchet agreed to leave the Arizona Coyotes on Sunday after four seasons as coach. No replacement was named. Arizona finished 24-26-6 this season and failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs from the eight-team Honda West Division. “It’s … Continue reading

Tortorella out as Blue Jackets coach after six seasons

John Tortorella agreed to leave the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday after six seasons as coach. No replacement was named. The Blue Jackets went 18-26-12 and tied the Detroit Red Wings for last in the eight-team Discover Central Division, missing … Continue reading