137: Rick Tocchet Breaks Down Flyers’ Play, Zegras’ Fit, Michkov’s Development & The Team's Progress.

Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet joins the show to break down his team’s recent matchup with San Jose, highlighting the Flyers’ strong energy level and the scoring chances they generated, while noting areas where he’d like to see more sustained aggression. Tocchet discusses the importance of balanced ice time and improved play without the puck to better support his goaltenders, and shares what he enjoys about living in Philadelphia and working within an organization that provides strong support from top to bottom.
The conversation shifts into leadership, with Tocchet explaining how the Flyers’ identity has developed organically as young players step into bigger roles. He talks about Trevor Zegras embracing the team’s culture and learning from elite players, and offers insight into Matvei Michkov’s progress — particularly his defensive improvements and the developmental steps still ahead. Tocchet also addresses the team’s recent struggles and stresses the importance of building a strong leadership foundation for the Flyers’ younger core.