Mathieu Darche becomes Islanders GM with top NHL Draft pick in hand
The New York Islanders now have a new general manager at the helm in time for the big decision. ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports the team is bringing in Tampa Bay Lightning assistant GM Mathieu Darche as the Islanders' newest general manager.
The hiring comes on the heels of the Islanders getting their first choice in the NHL Draft, an opportunity they fell into after trading up from the 10th spot. With Mathieu Darche at the controls, the team wishes to start anew and reverse its fortunes.
Mathieu Darche brings championship experience from Tampa Bay
Mathieu Darche is not new to success. Following appearances in portions of nine NHL seasons, Mathieu Darche entered the Tampa Bay Lightning's front office in 2019. He has since been an integral member of the team's hockey operations, assisting them in capturing consecutive Stanley Cups.
His background in constructing a championship-contending roster made him an ideal fit for the Islanders, who need a clean slate. It is his first General Manager's job, and it arrives at an important time for the team.
Mathieu Darche inherits from veteran GM Lou Lamoriello, who served for seven seasons. Lamoriello was not retained after another disappointing season.
The Islanders did not make the playoffs and have not advanced past the second round since 2021 when they were swept by Mathieu Darche's old team, the Lightning.
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Now, Mathieu Darche must assemble a moribund roster, beginning with the No. 1 pick.
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Islanders have first pick for first time since 2009
The Islanders find themselves in an unusual and dominant situation. Due to an unexpected boost in the NHL Draft Lottery, they now possess the first overall draft pick.
They last had the top choice in 2009, when they took John Tavares. It was that selection that set the team up for the future then, and now Mathieu Darche is presented with the same chance of acquiring a game-altering player.
With the draft looming and a new GM at the helm, the Islanders are moving into a new chapter. The fans are optimistic Mathieu Darche can utilize his championship background to construct a winner on Long Island.
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