Patrick Roy will remain coach of the New York Islanders, new general manager Mathieu Darche said at his introductory press conference Thursday. Roy is 55-47-17 since replacing Lane Lambert on Jan. 20, 2024.

The team announced Thursday that coach Patrick Roy will remain in place for the 2025-26 season: The legendary goaltender guided the Islanders to the playoffs after taking over for Lane Lambert midway through 2023-24 but couldn't get them back to the postseason this year.

The 48-year-old former NHL forward, who spent the previous six seasons — including two Stanley Cups — with the Lightning, takes control of the team’s hockey operations department from Lou Lamoriello.

Islanders Assistant Coaches John MacLean and Tommy Albelin, as well as Bridgeport coaching staff, will not return

The New York Islanders introduced Mathieu Darche as the general manager (GM) on Thursday, May 29, and the 48-year-old executive gave his first press conference to the fans and media.

Mathieu Darche has made changes to the Islanders coaching staff, but Patrick Roy will stay on as the NHL head coach.

Leading the Islanders into a new era is no light task. Darche will have to make decisions that affect nearly every aspect of the franchise.

Patrick Roy, who had a 35-35-12 record this season as the Islanders failed to make the playoffs, will remain as the team's head coach, new general manager Mathieu Darche said.

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 on Thursday.

Mathieu Darche knows the job he's been hired to do and the importance of bringing the New York Islanders back to prominence. The 48-year-old is also aware of the history of the franchise he has been handed the keys to.