Patrick Roy will remain as the head coach of the New York Islanders, new general manager and executive vice president Mathieu Darche said at his introductory press conference Thursday.
Roy, 59, has a 55-47-17 record since replacing Lane Lambert as head coach on Jan. 20, 2024. The Hall of Famer posted a 35-35-12 mark this past season but failed to guide the club to the playoffs.
Assistant coaches John MacLean and Tommy Albelin will not return to the bench, Darche said.
Darche wasn't done there, however.
When asked about his interest in entertaining offers for the top overall pick of the 2025 NHL draft, Darche was quick with a response.