| Born: | June 23, 1934 | Known For: | Four Cups With Islanders |
| Hometown: | Montreal, Quebec | National Team: | N/A |
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. He was often known as “The Architect”, and “Bow-Tie” Bill, after the signature bow tie he always wore.
Front Office History
- Oakland Seals, General Manager, 1969-1971
- New York Islanders, General Manager, 1972-1992
- Florida Panthers, President, 1993-2001
Deeper Dive
- NHL Legend Bill Torrey & His Islanders Legacy
- Bill Torrey: How ‘The Architect’ Constructed a Dynasty
Achievements
- Stanley Cup Winner (1980, 1981, 1982, 1983)
- Hockey Hall of Fame (1995)