Kevin and Johnny are best friends, teammates at Boston College and are hockey players with the greatest of character. Jeff is proud to call both of them friends. Kevin used to play for Noble and Greenough where Jeff assists Brian Day in coaching. He is a gentleman and a true inspiration for youth players. s an American ice hockey right winger currently playing for the New York Rangers of the National Hockey League. Hayes was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks 24th overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.[1] His older brother Jimmy Hayes plays for the Florida Panthers. He is cousins with former National Hockey League players Tom Fitzgerald and Keith Tkachuk.