Islanders add Buchberger to coaching staff with plenty of playing experience

The New York Islanders hired Kelly Buchberger as an assistant coach, the club announced Tuesday.

"Kelly adds years and years of NHL coaching and management experience to our staff," head coach Doug Weight said in a press release. "He is a tireless worker who commands respect behind the bench and in the locker room. I'm thrilled to welcome him to the organization."

Buchberger joins a staff with plenty of playing experience.

Doug Weight, Luke Richardson, Kelly Buchberger and Scott Gomez combined to play 4,916 #NHL games. #Isles

- Brian Compton (@BComptonNHL) July 11, 2017

Buchberger spent six seasons as an assistant coach for the Edmonton Oilers before moving to a front-office position. Prior to that, he enjoyed a long NHL career that included 1,182 games and two Stanley Cups.

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