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Islanders Begin Search for New GM as Lou Lamoriello's Tenure Ends

After a disappointing season and playoff miss, the Islanders part ways with Lou Lamoriello, with John Collins leading the hunt for fresh leadership.

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FILE - New York Islanders president and general manager Lou Lamoriello responds to questions after the second day of the NHL hockey draft, June 29, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, file)

Overview

  • The New York Islanders have announced they will not renew Lou Lamoriello's contract as president and general manager after seven years with the team.
  • Operating partner John Collins has been tasked with leading the search for a new general manager to chart the team's future direction.
  • Lamoriello's tenure included back-to-back conference finals appearances in 2020 and 2021 but ended with a .500 season and a missed playoff berth in 2024-25.
  • The future of head coach Patrick Roy remains uncertain as the incoming general manager will determine his status with the team.
  • Lamoriello, a Hockey Hall of Fame executive, departs with a mixed legacy, having overseen both significant success and recent struggles during his time with the organization.