John Tortorella[1] (born June 24, 1958) is an American professional ice hockey coach and former player who is the head coach for the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL). Tortorella was previously the head coach of the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Rangers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Vancouver Canucks.

2 days ago · Flyers coach John Tortorella has hit a notable milestone in the coaching business. His hyper-gruff persona masquerades his big heart and evolving coaching talent.

3 days ago · Tortorella also gave Shaw and fellow assistants Rocky Thompson and Darryl Williams the chance to serve as acting head coaches after the Flyers were eliminated from playoff contention in 2022-23.

Apr 19, 2024 · The Flyers’ acceleration from expected painful rebuild to the cusp of the playoffs was faster than expected — especially among those whose opinions matter most, coach John Tortorella and general manager Danny Briere — which made the late-season freefall all the more puzzling and gut-wrenching. As far as next season?

Oct 29, 2024 · The Philadelphia Flyers’ dismal start to the 2024-25 season, with a record of 2-6-1, has put head coach John Tortorella under the microscope. He’s made constant line changes, tried different ...

Mar 11, 2024 · Philadelphia coach John Tortorella was suspended for two games and fined $50,000 by the NHL on Sunday for unprofessional conduct directed at the officials by refusing to leave the bench area after a game misconduct.

Apr 19, 2024 · The Flyers' acceleration from an expected painful rebuild to the cusp of the playoffs was faster than expected — especially among those whose opinions matter most, coach John Tortorella and ...

Jan 7, 2025 · As the Flyers hit the halfway mark of the season, John Tortorella discussed the team’s rebuild and the reality in net.

Dec 29, 2023 · SEATTLE, Wa. — John Tortorella became the eighth coach in NHL history to reach 1,500 games — and the first born in the United States — when the Philadelphia Flyers faced off against the ...

Jan 2, 2024 · Tortorella became the eighth coach to reach the 1,500-game plateau on Friday when the Flyers played the Seattle Kraken. What’s kept him going all these years since he first stepped behind an NHL bench as a head coach in 1999, is his love for working with the athletes.