Islanders Select Cole Eiserman Have you ever wondered where the idea of playoff beards originated? Believe it or not, its roots can be traced to Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum; even before the Isles won their first Stanley Cup. Left-wing Clark Gillies is credited with the idea; designed to enhance camaraderie as the players embarked on their trail to The Stanley Cup. Stan Fischler tells the story: Have you ever wondered where the idea of playoff beards originated? Believe it or not, its roots can be traced to Nassau Veterans'Memorial Coliseum; even before the Isles won their first Stanley Cup. Left wing Clark Gillies is credited with the idea; designed to enhance camaraderie as the players embarked on their trail to The Stanley Cup. TOP STORIES
