The 2023-24 season saw a flurry of midseason hirings and firings in the NHL, with significant coaching changes shifting team dynamics.
Patrick Roy emerges as a standout hire for the New York Islanders, bringing hope for future success despite an early playoff exit. Other new coaches, like Kris Knoblauch with the Edmonton Oilers and Jim Hiller with the Los Angeles Kings, show promise but face unique challenges.
Lou Lamoriello's decision to bring in Roy may prove to be a game-changer for the Islanders, setting them on a path towards potential Stanley Cup contention.