Islanders name former Maple Leafs assistant Jim Hiller as assistant coach

Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock, left, is seen next to assistant coach Jim Hiller during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Chicago Blackhawks in Detroit, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014. Photo Credit: AP/Carlos OsorioVANCOUVER – The Islanders added to their coaching staff on Wednesday, though it’s unclear whether that addition means there will be a corresponding subtraction.

The team announced Jim Hiller has joined Barry Trotz’s staff as an assistant coach after four seasons as a Maple Leafs assistant. He ran the power play under Mike Babcock both in Toronto and for the Red Wings. He also worked under Islanders president and general manager Lou Lamoriello with the Maple…