(AP) — The New York Islanders have fired coach Barry Trotz after missing the playoffs in his fourth season with the team. General manager Lou Lamoriello made the surprising announcement more than a week after the regular season ended. Trotz coached the Islanders to playoff appearances in each of his first three years with them.
Photo: FILE – Barry Trotz of the New York Islanders poses on the red carpet before the NHL Awards, June 19, 2019, in Las Vegas. The New York Islanders have fired Barry Trotz after missing the playoffs in his fourth season with the team. General manager Lou Lamoriello made the surprising announcement Monday, May 9, 2022 more than a week after the regular season ended. Trotz had one year left on his five-year contract. (AP Photo/John Locher)