from NHL.com,

John Tortorella was named coach of the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday.

Tortorella, who will turn 64 on June 24, replaces Mike Yeo, who was fired May 3. He worked as a television analyst for ESPN this season and confirmed May 24 he had discussions with Flyers general manager Chuck Fletcher.

"I am very excited to be joining such a historic and well-respected franchise like the Philadelphia Flyers," Tortorella said. "From my very first conversation with Chuck, I knew this was the right fit for me and I believe in the direction this team is heading.

"Having faced the Flyers for several years, I know first hand how tough of a city Philly is to play in and I look forward to being on the right side of the bench on opening night in front of such a loyal and passionate crowd of Flyers fans."

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