The New York Islanders are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the greatest pure goal scorer, four-time Stanley Cup Champion and Hockey Hall of Fame member, Mike Bossy.  

"The New York Islanders organization mourns the loss of Mike Bossy, an icon not only on Long Island but across the entire hockey world," Islanders President and General Manager Lou Lamoriello said. "His drive to be the best every time he stepped on the ice was second to none. Along with his teammates, he helped win four straight Stanley Cup championships, shaping the history of this franchise forever. On behalf of the entire organization, we send our deepest condolences to the entire Bossy family and all those who grieve this tragic loss." 

Bossy, 65, was a member of the Islanders from 1977-78 through 1986-87. He was selected by the Islanders in the first round (15th overall) of the 1977 NHL Entry Draft. Bossy played his entire NHL career with the Islanders. He scored 573 goals (first all-time in franchise history) and 553 assists (third all-time in franchise history) for 1,126 points (second all-time in franchise history) in 752 games (seventh all-time in franchise history). He had nine consecutive seasons of 50+ goals (NHL record) and scored 60 or more goals in five of those seasons. Bossy's 573 career goals rank 22nd all-time in NHL history and only two players reached 500 goals in fewer games (Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux).