UNIONDALE, NY - NOVEMBER 02: Hall of Famer and former head coach of the New York Islanders Al Arbour watches the islanders practice before a press conference on November 2, 2007 at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. Arbour signed a one game contract and will coach his 1,500th game for the Islanders on November 3, 2007 against the Pittsburgh Penquins. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
13 years ago today, New York Islanders legend Al Arbour coached his 1,500th career game, ending his career officially with a win.
When talking about the best coaches in league history, Al Arbour’s name has to be mentioned.