Al Arbour, the legendary former head coach of the New York Islanders, has died.

Arbour stood behind the Islanders bench for 19 seasons.

The team won four straight Stanley Cup finals from 1980 through 1983 under Arbour. 

He also won four Stanley Cups as a player.

"The New York Islanders franchise has four Stanley Cups to its name, thanks in large part to Al's incredible efforts. From his innovative coaching methods, to his humble way of life away from the game, Al is one of the reasons the New York Islanders are a historic franchise," Islanders General Manager Garth Snow said in a statement.

Arbour came out of retirement in 2007 for one final honor, to coach his 1500th career game, a final victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Al Arbour was 82 years old.