"Lou Lamoriello may be retired from running hockey teams, but he is far from gone from the New York Islanders. In fact, the legendary executive remains part of the franchise's fabric, quietly working behind the scenes as an advisor to majority owner Scott Malkin. And if you were expecting bitterness or second-guessing after he was let go as GM in April, you won't find a trace of it."
"In his first interview since leaving the general manager's chair, Lamoriello sounded like a man completely at peace with where he is now and deeply grateful for where the game has taken him. "It's totally different and unique," the 83-year-old told Pierre LeBrun in The Athletic. "There are more nights you sleep much better." The message was clear. Lou finally gets to exhale."
"And he's not distancing himself from the Islanders. Lamoriello stated that he met with the new GM, Mathieu Darche, and provided assistance where needed, offering guidance during the transition. "We communicate. I am a fan of Mathieu, I like him," he said. He hasn't disappeared from league circles either. Lamoriello attended the NHL Board of Governors meeting in New York last month and plans to be at the winter session in Colorado Springs."
Lou Lamoriello moved from the general manager role to an advisory position to majority owner Scott Malkin while remaining closely connected to the New York Islanders. He reports feeling at peace and sleeping better after stepping away from daily GM responsibilities. He continues to wake early, make calls and watch games nightly, but no longer travels with the team or manages every roster detail. He met with new GM Mathieu Darche and offered transition guidance, saying they communicate and that he is a fan. He attended the NHL Board of Governors meeting and plans to attend the winter session; his advisory role extends beyond this season.
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