Fisher will head to Philadelphia to become Temple's 19th head coach in program history.
Rhodes’ hiring became official Wednesday afternoon following a meeting of the Board of Trustees Subcommittee on Compensation.
The Nailers are a minor-league affiliate of the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins.
Rhoades compiled a 129-61 record throughout six seasons at VCU, including three NCAA Tournament appearances.
Brown is the second member of the Class of 2022 to announce his intent to transfer.
Jay Harry leads the Nittany Lions in hits, RBIs, and total bases through the first 21 games of the season.