John Tortorella has been the National Hockey League’s (NHL) bench boss for nearly 25 years. Tortorella, who is usually recognized for his tough and traditional approach, has accepted a new challenge in Philadelphia.

During his two years as head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, Tortorella has demonstrated his ability to help players develop and his adaptability. Respectfully, even at 65 years old, still learning.

Over the course of his long coaching career, Tortorella has served as the head coach of five NHL teams: the Vancouver Canucks (one year), the New York Rangers (six years), the Tampa Bay Lightning (seven years), the Columbus Blue Jackets (six years), and the Philadelphia Flyers (two years). In between those two groups. His record stands at 722-590-37-149, good for a winning percentage of.544.