Hamilton Hammers

Hamilton Hammers

Hamilton Hammers

Hamilton Hammers
CityHamilton, Ontario
LeagueAmerican Hockey League
ConferenceEastern
DivisionNorth
Founded2001
Home arenaTD Coliseum
ColoursBlue, orange, white[1]
     
OwnerJon Ledecky
General managerEvan Gold [2]
Head coachJay McKee
CaptainVacant
AffiliatesNew York Islanders (NHL)
Trenton Ironhawks (ECHL)
Franchise history
2001–2021Bridgeport Sound Tigers
2021–2026Bridgeport Islanders
2026–presentHamilton Hammers
Championships
Regular season titles0
Division titles0
Conference titles0
Calder Cups0

The Hamilton Hammers are a professional ice hockey team based in Hamilton, Ontario. They are the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the National Hockey League's New York Islanders, who own the franchise. The team was created after the relocation of the Bridgeport Islanders to Hamilton for the 2026–2027 season.[3] The Hammers are set to play their home games at the TD Coliseum, with the home opener scheduled for October 9.[4]

History

The Hammers trace their history back to the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, who joined the American Hockey League (AHL) as an expansion franchise in 2001.

The Bridgeport Islanders team relocated to Hamilton, Ontario, for the 2026–2027 season, and will play at the renovated TD Coliseum, following unanimous approval by the AHL Board of Governors.[5][6]

Jay McKee was named as head coach on May 29, 2026. On June 18, 2026, Vince Laise was brought in as assistant coach, and Kain Tisi as goalie coach. [7][8][9]

On June 1, 2026, the Hammers signed their first player, forward Matthew Highmore, to a two-year contract.[10]

The Hamilton Hammers will play the first regular-season home game in team history on October 9, 2026, at TD Coliseum.[4]

Team identity

Name, logo and colours

On May 21, 2026, the Hamilton Hammers name, logo and colours were officially unveiled. The name and logo is a reference to Hamilton's heritage as a major steel production city, and the colour scheme is that of the Islanders.[1]

Players

Current roster

Updated August 4, 2026.

No. Nat Player Pos S/G Age Acquired Birthplace Contract
– United States Max Ellis RW R 26 2026 Plymouth, Michigan Hammers
– Canada Ryan Fanti G L 26 2026 Thunder Bay, Ontario Hammers
– United States Ryan Healey D R 22 2026 Chicago, Illinois Hammers
20 Canada Matthew Highmore C L 30 2026 Halifax, Nova Scotia Hammers
24 United States Luke Rowe D R 28 2026 Succasunna, New Jersey Hammers
– Canada Brandon Scanlin D L 27 2026 Hamilton, Ontario Hammers
15 United States Cam Thiesing C R 25 2026 Franklin, Tennessee Hammers

Staff

Name Nat. Title Years
Jay McKee Canada Head coach 2026
Vince Laise Canada Assistant coach 2026
Kain Tisi Canada Goaltending coach 2026

Notes

References

  1. ^ a b "It's Hammer time in Hamilton". American Hockey League (Press release). May 21, 2026. Retrieved May 21, 2026. Subtle hockey puck details on the hammer knobs pay homage to the iconic puck in the New York Islanders logo, linking the sport's identity with the craftsmanship of the tools and nodding to the franchise's origins, including the fisherman logo era. The orange-and-blue color palette is also drawn from the Islanders' classic team colors, reinforcing the connection to the club's history and evolution. The logo was created by the New York Islanders, while the broader brand identity was developed by Canadian creative agency Recess Creative.
  2. ^ "Gold Hired As Assistant General Manager And General Manager Of Hamilton Hammers". NHL.com. August 3, 2026. Retrieved August 3, 2026.
  3. ^ "AHL officially approves move of New York Islanders' affiliate to Hamilton". CHCH. March 31, 2026. Retrieved June 18, 2026.
  4. ^ a b Knox, Shelby (June 17, 2026). "Hamilton Hammers' home opener set for early October". CTVNews. Retrieved June 18, 2026.
  5. ^ "New York Islanders to Relocate AHL Affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario". Bridgeport Islanders. March 19, 2026. Retrieved April 4, 2026.
  6. ^ "Islanders to move AHL affiliate to Hamilton". American Hockey League. March 31, 2026. Retrieved April 4, 2026.
  7. ^ "JAY McKEE NAMED HAMILTON HAMMERS HEAD COACH". www.hamiltonhammers.com. Retrieved June 18, 2026.
  8. ^ "Bulldogs' Vince Laise joins Hamilton Hammers coaching staff – Ontario Hockey League". June 18, 2026. Retrieved June 18, 2026.
  9. ^ "Hamilton Hammers Announce Coaching Staff Additions". www.thehockeynews.com. Retrieved June 22, 2026.
  10. ^ "NY Islanders new AHL affiliate in Hamilton makes their first official signing". Eyes On Isles. June 1, 2026. Retrieved June 18, 2026.

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