AP Source: Islanders to hire former Devils GM Lou Lamoriello
NEW YORK — Longtime NHL executive Lou Lamoriello is coming to the New York Islanders, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed Monday.
The person, who sought anonymity because the hiring had not been officially announced, said the deal will likely be completed this week.
It’s not clear whether Lamoriello’s title will be director of hockey operations, general manager or some combination of the two, but it’s expected that he’ll be in charge. It was also uncertain how his hiring would affect current president and general manager Garth Snow, who has four years remaining on his contract.
The 75-year-old Lamoriello led the New Jersey Devils to three Stanley Cup championships during his 18 years as general manager. He spent the past three seasons as GM of the Toronto Maple Leafs.