Didn't play the kids.
"When Snow became convinced that Nolan did not share his belief in rebuilding by emphasizing the development of the organization's young prospects, he made the decision to end the power struggle and seek a partnership with a coach of his own choosing." <-
Ted Nolan out as Islanders coach -- Newsday.com
He won't a find job before this upcoming season, but he may if a veteran team struggles out of the gate and changes coaches.