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New York Islanders Planning to Move AHL Affiliate to Hamilton
The Islanders will move their AHL affiliate to Hamilton's renovated 18,000-seat TD Coliseum for 2026-27 to enhance player development and fan engagement, officials said.
- In a Thursday announcement, the New York Islanders said they plan to relocate their AHL affiliate from Bridgeport to Hamilton's TD Coliseum for the 2026-27 season.
- Islanders said Hamilton will serve as the club's primary development affiliate, strengthening hockey tradition and creating opportunities for local families and businesses.
- Moving into the 18,000-seat TD Coliseum, which recently underwent a $300 million renovation, the team plans to shift from Total Mortgage Arena, Bridgeport.
- The move requires approval from the AHL Board of Governors, which the Islanders say is expected to be granted, and Islanders pledged to work with the City of Bridgeport on a successful transition for Total Mortgage Arena.
- Hamilton's past AHL franchises, including the Hamilton Canucks and Hamilton Bulldogs, show strong local hockey roots, while several current Islanders who played in Bridgeport illustrate the franchise's development pipeline.
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New York Islanders plan to move their AHL affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario
The New York Islanders plan on moving their American Hockey League affiliate from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Hamilton, Ontario, for next season. The franchise made the announcement on Thursday. The relocation requires approval by the AHL Board of Governors. Should the…
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