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The Hamilton Hammers are a minor league hockey team. Based in Hamilton, Ontario, they are a member of the American Hockey League.

Jay McKee Named Hamilton Hammers Head Coach

May 31, 2026 - The New York Islanders announced today that Jay McKee has been named Head Coach of the Hamilton Hammers, the Islanders new American Hockey League affiliate. McKee, 48, takes over as the first Head Coach in Hamilton's history. He has spent the past three years as Head Coach of the Brantford Bulldogs of the Ontario Hockey League. Last season, McKee led the Brantford to the best record in the OHL (48-10-8-2). McKee has been with the Bulldogs' organization for the past five seasons, posting an overall record of 213-91-36. He ... Full Story

A New Era Begins: Introducing The Hamilton Hammers

May 21, 2026 - HAMILTON, ON - Oak View Group (OVG) & TD Coliseum, together with the New York Islanders, today announced the new name and brand identity of their American Hockey League team: Hamilton Hammers. Rooted in Hamilton's history as a resilient steel town, the team's logo features crossed hammers symbolizing the strength, grit, and togetherness of the community, embodying both the city's steelworking heritage and the spirit of the game. The design reflects Hamilton's pride and determination, showcasing the unique character that d... Full Story

• Jay McKee Named Hamilton Hammers Head Coach - May 31, 2026
  
• A New Era Begins: Introducing The Hamilton Hammers - May 21, 2026
  
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League: American Hockey League
Home: Hamilton, Ontario
Affiliation: New York Islanders
Website: Hamilton Hammers site
Schedule: Full Hamilton Hammers Schedule

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• Brampton Honey Badgers (CEBL) - Brampton, Ontario
  
• Brampton Steelheads (OHL) - Brampton, Ontario
  
• Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) - Brantford, Ontario
  
• Forge FC (CPL) - Hamilton, Ontario
  
• Guelph Storm (OHL) - Guelph, Ontario
  
• Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL) - Hamilton, Ontario
  
• Inter Toronto FC (CPL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Kitchener Rangers (OHL) - Kitchener, Ontario
  
• Niagara IceDogs (OHL) - St. Catharines, Ontario
  
• Niagara River Lions (CEBL) - St. Catharines, Ontario
  
• PWHL Hamilton (PWHL) - Hamilton, Ontario
  
• Raptors 905 (G League) - Mississauga, Ontario
  
• Scarborough Shooting Stars (CEBL) - Scarborough, Ontario
  
• Toronto Argonauts (CFL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto FC (MLS) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto Marlies (AHL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto Rock (NLL) - Hamilton, Ontario
  
• Toronto Sceptres (PWHL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto Tempo (WNBA) - Toronto, Ontario
  

• Not everyone digs the Hammers. Would the Hub Caps be better? - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 30)
  
• Jay McKee leaving Brantford Bulldogs to coach AHL Hamilton Hammers - AHL Brantford Expositor (May 29)
  
• Jay McKee coming back to Hamilton as Hammers' coach - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 29)
  
• Podcast: Can 2 new hockey teams connect with Hamilton fans? - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 28)
  
• AHL Hammers' name disappoints hockey fans.Name the PWHL team - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 28)
  
• Is there room in the Hamilton hockey market for two teams? - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 27)
  
• Unimaginative' Hammers' name disappoints hockey fans. - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 27)
  
• Please Hammers Don't Hurt 'Em: Hamilton AHL Team Unveils Name, Logo - AHL Sports Logos Net News (May 22)
  
• A primer on the AHL and Hamilton's new franchise - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 22)
  
• Hamilton's new AHL team is the Hammers - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 22)
  
• Islanders unveil Hamilton Hammers name for their relocated AHL affiliate - AHL Hamilton Spectator (May 22)
  
• Meet the Hamilton Hammers: New AHL franchise reveals name - AHL National Post (May 21)
  
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