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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Flyers Officially Hire Red Wings Coach, NHL Veteran as Assistant Coaches
Former Red Wings assistant Jay Varady is joining Rick Tocchet on the Flyers. (Photo: Mark J. Rebilas, Imagn Images) The Philadelphia Flyers have officially announced the additions of two new assistant coaches as Rick Tocchet's first iteration of his Orange and Black coaching staff takes shape. On Thursday, the Flyers officially announced the hiring of former Vancouver Canucks assistant coach and skills coach Yogi Svejkovsky, a former teammate of Tocchet's who once played for former Flyers interim head coach Brad Shaw. Advertisement During his playing days, Svejkovsky, 46, was teammates with Tocchet, former Flyers head coach Craig Berube, Flyers president Keith Jones, Nashville head coach Andrew Brunette, and New Jersey head coach Sheldon Keefe. Svejkovsky, a former first-round pick of Washington in 1996, is expected to work with Tocchet in coaching the Flyers' power play, among other responsibilities. Joining Tocchet and Svejkovsky in Philadelphia is former Detroit Red Wings assistant coach Jay Varady, who was one of Tocchet's assistant coaches in Arizona in the 2020-21 season. Flyers Trade Rumors: Big Golden Knights Defenseman Linked to Philadelphia Flyers Trade Rumors: Big Golden Knights Defenseman Linked to Philadelphia A Philadelphia Flyers trade my finally be on the horizon, with a new rumor suggesting a big Vegas Golden Knights defenseman could be on the move. Advertisement Prior to that, Varady, 47, was the head coach of the AHL Tucson Roadrunners, overseeing the development of players like Adin Hill, Calvin Pickard, Michael Bunting, Christian Dvorak, Ilya Lyubushkin, Barrett Hayton, Ivan Prosvetov, and Conor Garland. According to Bill Meltzer of the Flyers' official website, the Flyers would like to make one more coaching hire this offseason. The exact roles for Svejkovsky and Varady have not been officially assigned by Tocchet at this time.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Philadelphia Flyers coaching search begins after Ian Laperriere's exit: Who takes over next?
Flyers focused on finding Ian Laperriere's replacement (Image via: Getty Images) Ian Laperriere's exit from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms has opened the door to one of the Flyers' most pivotal offseason decisions—who takes over as head coach of their AHL affiliate? With the organization doubling down on player development and system alignment, the choice of replacement could shape the Flyers' future. But early frontrunners suggest this might be less about fresh ideas and more about familiar faces. What's really behind the Flyers' decision to replace Ian Laperriere? Philadelphia Flyers Assistant Coach Rumors: Who's most likely to join Rick Tocchet's Staff? Laperriere may not have delivered a Calder Cup, but three straight playoff appearances with a revolving door of prospects is hardly a failure. Still, a playoff collapse against Hershey and the baffling decision to ride the aging Cal Petersen over top prospect Carson Bjarnason has become the talking point that defined his exit. Add in the benching of promising forwards like Massimo Rizzo and Alex Ciernik, and suddenly Laperriere's 'development-first' narrative crumbled at the worst possible time. But here's where it gets murky. Flyers GM Danny Brière seems to be pushing for a fresh start, but some of the rumored replacements raise more eyebrows than expectations. Top of the list is John Snowden—Laperriere's assistant—whose coaching resume spans from the ECHL to the AHL with modest success. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 12000W лазерен заваръчен апарат (4 в 1) – революция в заваряването! Undo He's a Brière-era peer from their ECHL days, which fuels speculation that this could be less about merit and more about mutual history. Then there's Jay McKee, a name with stronger coaching credentials and a deeper bond with Brière dating back to their NHL playing days. McKee's work with OHL talent like 71-goal scorer Nick Lardis, proves he knows how to maximize young stars. But hiring a buddy from junior hockey might signal the Flyers are prioritizing familiarity over fresh innovation. Even Cory Stillman enters the mix, boasting NHL assistant experience and recent ties to Canada's U-18 program. Conveniently, Stillman coached Flyers prospect Jett Luchanko and potential 2025 draft target Brady Martin. The Flyers claim to be entering a new era of prospect development and accountability. But if they're simply handing the Phantoms' reins to someone from the old boys' club, this shake-up won't signal progress, it'll confirm the same closed-door habits that have plagued the organization for years. Also Read: Los Angeles Kings target Mitch Marner amid 2025 NHL trade rumors and Maple Leafs contract uncertainty One coach is out. A few names are circling. But until the Flyers prove they're hiring based on vision and not connections, fans have every right to question what's really going on behind the bench. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Ian Laperrière's exit as Phantoms coach sparks bigger questions for Flyers' future
Laperrière's exit sparks Flyers' development shift (Image via: Getty Images) Ian Laperrière's four-year run as head coach of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms is reportedly coming to an end, according to a Daily Faceoff report. While he will remain with the Philadelphia Flyers organization in a different capacity, this coaching change raises important questions about the future of the Flyers' AHL affiliate and its role in developing NHL talent. How Laperrière's departure could impact Flyers' development pipeline — ADiMarco25 (@ADiMarco25) Laperrière's tenure with the Phantoms wasn't marked by deep playoff runs or Calder Cup glory. Instead, his focus was on steady player development, transforming prospects into NHL-ready contributors. Under his leadership, the Phantoms successfully helped transition players like Cam York, Sam Ersson, Bobby Brink, and Tyson Foerster from promising prospects into dependable Flyers. This steady production of talent is critical for any rebuilding NHL franchise. The Flyers are currently entering a new phase of their rebuild, one that demands faster results and impact players. GM Danny Brière has emphasized the importance of producing NHL difference-makers, not just players who can fill roster spots. This means the Phantoms' next head coach will have to push player development to the next level while maintaining the hard-working, gritty identity Laperrière instilled. Known for emphasizing work ethic, accountability, and consistency, Laperrière's coaching style reflected the Flyers' traditional toughness. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The next coach faces the challenge of balancing that grit with possibly introducing new strategies that align better with Rick Tocchet's vision for the NHL club. This decision will influence the development style and identity of the Phantoms moving forward. Despite the coaching change, the Phantoms' roster remains promising. Players like Emil Andrae and Anthony Richard showed they're ready to take the next step, while prospects including Jett Luchanko, Alex Bump, and Oliver Bonk are poised to make an impact in the near future. The Flyers' focus on drafting high-skill, high-character players makes having the right development system in place even more crucial. Also Read: Connor McDavid makes NHL history with playoff stat that even 'The Great One' Wayne Gretzky couldn't match Laperrière's continued role within the Flyers organization suggests his input will still shape the team's future. However, this coaching shift signals a critical moment for the Flyers' development pipeline as they aim to build a competitive NHL roster. Change is part of hockey's development cycle, but the Flyers' choice for the next Phantoms coach could be a defining factor in their rebuild and the road to becoming a playoff contender. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Edmonton Journal
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
No further discipline for Darnell Nurse slash on Hintz who injured left leg
Article content But DeBoer has a point on Nurse-Hintz in terms of a major, if you go by the NHL rulebook. It says a major must be assessed on a slash if there's an injury, but refs Jean Hebert an Garrett Rank talked it over after originally calling a major and downgraded it to a minor. Maybe because they weren't sure if the slash caused a stinger (nerve irritation) and Hintz could have returned later in the third. It's not much ado about nothing if Hintz, say, broke a bone in his foot. That would be a big blow. But we've seen a lot worse, and some weren't even penalized. Different, angry times, of course, and we got a war of words. Hospodar rearranged Napier's molars with a wicked butt-end of his stick in the '85 Oiler-Flyers' final, prompting Oiler coach Glen Sather's, bless 'em quote, that, 'if the NHL doesn't do anything for this we're going to get two pine boxes, one for his head and one for his body.' As we laughed at his outrage, Slats followed up with the dandy, 'the ref was out the lunch and Napier won't be having any,' when there was no penalty call as Hospodar strafed Napier's face behind the Flyers' net.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
After another fantastic start, is Jesús Luzardo on Cy Young watch?
Tocchet on returning to Philly and coaching the Flyers' rebuild Rick Tocchet joined the Afternoon Show after being introduced as the Flyers' next head coach. Tocchet talked about the future of the team and how it will address the on returning to Philly and coaching the Flyers' rebuild originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia 8:39 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
