New York, and Vancouver, Tortorella had current Pittsburgh Penguins head coachMike Sullivanon the bench with him as an associate coach. They remain great friends and discuss the communication aspect of coaching.
While words are just words — and he admitted that it will ultimately be about action — the way Tortorella spoke with conviction and belief stood out. The energy had to at least be refreshing for Flyers fans who had to watch their team go 25-46-11 this season. 2....
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — The Blue Jackets and coach John Tortorella have agreed to part ways. Tortorella leaves Columbus as the winningest coach in CBJ history and has the 12th-most wins in NHL history. Tortorella was named head coach of the Blue Jackets on October 21, 2015. Prior to joining CB...
Tortorella was replaced by associate coach Brad Shaw, who handled the postgame coaches media session. “Well, I think he was just trying to make a point that we felt like we might not been getting our fair shake,” Shaw said. “It’s an emotional gam...
NEW YORK (AP) — John Tortorella was defiant in stating that the New York Rangers didn't take a step back when they were knocked out of the Stanley Cup playoffs in the second round.