Bill Torrey
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William Arthur Torrey (June 23, 1934 – May 2, 2018) was a Canadian hockey executive. He served as a general manager in the National Hockey League for the Oakland Seals, New York Islanders, and Florida Panthers. He developed the Islanders into a dynasty that won four consecutive Stanley Cups.[1] He was often called "The Architect", or "Bow Tie Bill" for the bow tie he wore.
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Bill Torrey | |
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Born | (1934-06-23)June 23, 1934 |
Died | May 2, 2018(2018-05-02) (aged 83) West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
Occupation | Hockey executive |
Known for | General manager of the New York Islanders (1972–1992) President of the Florida Panthers (1993–2001) |
Awards | Hockey Hall of Fame (1995) |
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