Overview

• Rick Tocchet has officially been named the Philadelphia Flyers' 25th head coach, following his departure from the Vancouver Canucks.
• Interim coach Brad Shaw, who led the Flyers to a 5-3-1 finish after John Tortorella's firing, has decided not to return under Tocchet's leadership.
• Key players Travis Sanheim and Travis Konecny have praised Tocchet’s communication skills and his ability to inspire a strong work ethic in the team.
• Tocchet brings extensive NHL experience, including 18 playing seasons—11 with the Flyers—and a Jack Adams Award-winning coaching stint.
• General Manager Danny Brière continues reshaping the Flyers' roster and staff in an effort to end the team’s five-year playoff drought.