Yeah, well the Jerkstore called. They're running out of you. (No, not you, Mr. Torrey. You're good).
Game 1 of the first round playoff series between the Islanders and Florida Panthers is still a couple of days away, but the intensity and energy has already reached the "C'mon, we're really doing this? Ugh. Fine" level.
Get Your Bow Tie On
Bill Torrey was the general manager who led the Islanders from their inception in 1972 through 1992 and built the club's four Stanley Cup dynasty. But he's been with the Panthers since their inception, too, first as team president now and serving as a special advisor.