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Caleb Malhotra praises Jay McKee's coaching ahead of AHL debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Caleb Malhotra praises Jay McKee's coaching ahead of AHL debut

Summary

Top 2025 NHL draft prospect Caleb Malhotra expressed his support for Jay McKee, the newly appointed head coach of the New York Islanders' AHL affiliate, Hamilton Hammers. Malhotra, who played under McKee at the OHL's Brantford Bulldogs, highlighted McKee's disciplined coaching style and attention to detail. The Islanders aim to build on the foundations laid by previous coach Rocky Thompson, who helped develop the team’s prospects. McKee's extensive NHL experience and recent success in the OHL position him as a crucial part of the Islanders' development plans for rising talent. The Hammers will begin their inaugural season soon, with McKee at the helm.

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By the Numbers

•Caleb Malhotra praised Jay McKee's coaching style.
•Malhotra highlights McKee's intelligence and composure.
•McKee was recently hired as head coach for the Hamilton Hammers.
•The Hammers will start their inaugural AHL season under McKee.
•Rocky Thompson was elevated to NHL coaching staff after his time with the Islanders.

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11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Top 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Caleb Malhotra Praises New Islanders AHL Coach Jay McKee

What they're saying

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Draft prospect Caleb Malhotra details how Jay McKee’s disciplined, high-IQ approach in the OHL will now shape the development of New York’s rising talent in the AHL.
— Yahoo Sports

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