Philadelphia Flyers Fire Coach John Tortorella, Named Brad Shaw Interim

The Philadelphia Flyers have fired head coach John Tortorella amid a disappointing season, marking the team's fifth consecutive year missing the playoffs. General manager Daniel Briere announced the decision, stating that while Tortorella played a vital role in the team's rebuild, the current trajectory necessitated a change. Tortorella's tenure was marked by struggles, including a six-game losing streak and a lack of development in younger players, despite some individual improvements. Associate coach Brad Shaw will take over as interim head coach for the remainder of the season. The Flyers' goaltending issues have been a significant concern, contributing to one of the worst records in the Eastern Conference. As the team transitions, Briere expressed hope that this change will facilitate progress in their ongoing rebuild.