Glen Sather Retires: Hockey Icon Concludes Six-Decade Career After Crafting Dynasties with Oilers and Rangers

Wednesday, June 26th, 2024

Glen Sather, a notable figure in hockey known for his pivotal roles in the success of the Edmonton Oilers and the resurgence of the New York Rangers, has stepped down after a long and illustrious six-decade career in the sport. His journey included stints as a player, coach, and executive.

The New York Rangers confirmed Sather's retirement a couple of days following the Florida Panthers' historic achievement of winning their first Stanley Cup by defeating the Oilers in a decisive Game 7. Interestingly, the Panthers had also eliminated the Rangers during the Eastern Conference final stage of the playoffs.

Gary Bettman, the NHL commissioner, praised Sather's extraordinary career, which saw him leading the Oilers to five Stanley Cup titles within a span of seven years. Bettman commended Sather for his exceptional skills in scouting talent and his ability to develop top-tier players.

Sather, who was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1997, secured five Stanley Cups as the Oilers' general manager, coaching the team to their first four victories. He also played a significant role as Team Canada's general manager and coach, guiding them to triumph in the 1996 World Cup of Hockey.

During his playing career, Sather was associated with multiple teams from 1966 to 1977, notably contributing to the 1971-72 Rangers team that advanced to the Stanley Cup Final.

In 2000, Sather joined the New York Rangers as their president and general manager. His leadership led the team to 11 playoff berths in 12 seasons and they proudly secured the Presidents' Trophy in the 2014-15 season.

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