The Islanders are bringing a new coach to the National Hockey League.
No, the Islanders are not hiring Raiders coach and former ESPN personality Jon Gruden. Add an “h.”
After the front office gutted the Islanders’ staff following last year’s second consecutive playoff miss, the franchise announced Wednesday that John Gruden would serve as the new assistant coach under Barry Trotz.
The 48-year-old, who the Raiders clarified is not leaving Oakland, is coming off two seasons as head coach for the Hamilton Bull Dogs of the Ontario Hockey League. He coached the team to the OHL Championship last season and won the J.