Avalanche legend's fiery demand to Islanders GM has fans talking

Roy will remain under contract through next season as he and newly appointed general manager Mathieu Darche assess the team's future direction.

According to a recent Eyes On Isles article, Islanders GM Mathieu Darche has reunited with a familiar face from his days with the Tampa Bay Lightning, all thanks to Roy.

Darche appointed Jason Berger as the team's new assistant equipment manager.

Darche explained that he first met Berger when joining Tampa Bay's front office, where Berger had already earned a reputation as an energetic and highly organized member of the equipment staff. 'He's just full of energy,' Darche said Friday on The Jeff Marek Show.

When a position opened in the Islanders' equipment department, Darche explored candidates both inside and outside the organization but ultimately chose Berger, noting that he not only meets his standards but also adds a special spark to the dressing room.

Darche had head coach Patrick Roy speak with Berger before the hire was finalized.

Here's what Roy told Darche about Berger...

In Tampa, Berger served as the team's No. 2 equipment manager. With the Islanders, he will step into his first role as the lead equipment manager.

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Eyes on Isles
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