Rick Tocchet has been appointed head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, returning to the team where he spent a significant part of his career as a player. He replaces John Tortorella, who was let go after a disappointing season that saw the Flyers finish with a 33-39-10 record, failing to qualify for the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year.

Tocchet brings a wealth of experience, having coached the Vancouver Canucks for three seasons, leading the team to a record of 108-65-27. He expressed gratitude to the Flyers' management for the opportunity, emphasizing his commitment to restoring the team's competitive stature in the NHL. Notably, Tocchet has a rich history with the Flyers, having been drafted by them in 1983 and is the franchise's all-time leader in penalty minutes.