Flyers’ Rick Tocchet reveals the biggest positive of 8th-straight loss

When the Philadelphia Flyers were swept by the eventual champion Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season, panic did not permeate the fan base. People did not lament the future or demand organizational changes. On the contrary, they celebrated a breakthrough campaign that included a first-round triumph over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Continued growth was anticipated. It would be an understatement to say that Philly has taken a step back . The Flyers suffered a 3-2 shootout loss versus the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday, falling to 0-5-3 in the early goings of the 2026-27 season.