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Rick Tocchet Returns to Coach Flyers in 2025

5/21/2025

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Rick Tocchet is set to lead the Philadelphia Flyers as their new head coach for the 2025-26 season, leaving behind the Vancouver Canucks. While he cherishes his memories in Vancouver, Tocchet craved a fresh start, citing the Flyers' better resources and stability as key factors in his decision to return to Philadelphia.

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Rick Tocchet is set to lead the Philadelphia Flyers as their new head coach for the 2025-26 season, leaving behind the Vancouver Canucks. While he cherishes his memories in Vancouver, Tocchet craved a fresh start, citing the Flyers' better resources and stability as key factors in his decision to return to Philadelphia.