New York Islanders Dismiss Patrick Roy, Appoint Peter DeBoer as Head Coach

On Sunday, the New York Islanders announced the dismissal of Patrick Roy as their head coach, immediately appointing Peter DeBoer to take the helm. Roy, 60, concludes his tenure with the Islanders after three seasons, during which the team achieved a record of 97 wins, 78 losses, and 22 overtime losses. His initial appointment followed the firing of previous coach Lane Lambert on January 20, 2024. The Islanders currently hold a record of 42-31-5.