Tallon, who was hired by the Panthers in May 2010, took over an organization that had not made the playoffs since 2000 (finishing dead last in the division prior to his hiring). He instantly added credibility to a franchise that severely lacked an identity, along with two division banners under his tenure. His efforts earned him a nomination for general manager of the year in 2012.
Eclipsing the 600 games mark in his NHL career along with once being a second overall draft pick, Tallon still relates to his players in today’s generation of the “fickle” athlete.