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Bill Torrey

Canadian ice hockey executive · United States · On the map · Business Professionals · Lived 1934 to 2018 · aged 83

William Arthur Torrey was a Canadian hockey executive. He served as a general manager in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Oakland Seals, New York Islanders, and Florida Panthers. He developed the Islanders into a dynasty that won the Stanley Cup four consecutive times.

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Lester Patrick Trophy1983
Stanley Cup
Hockey Hall of Fame

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He was often called "The Architect", or "Bow Tie Bill" for the bow tie he wore.

Country
United States
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1934 to 2018 · aged 83