Rick Tocchet questions Matvei Michkov's conditioning as Philadelphia Flyers rookie faces reduced role and NHL scrutiny
Rick Tocchet, the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, has sparked debate in NHL circles with his blunt assessment of Matvei Michkov's conditioning. The young forward is getting less ice time and more attention, which shows how hard it is to develop players at the NHL level, and fans still wonder if the approach is good for one of the franchise's most promising talents. Even though coaches and management stress accountability and long-term growth.
Rick Tocchet, the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, has sparked debate in NHL circles with his blunt assessment of Matvei Michkov's conditioning. The young forward is getting less ice time and more attention, which shows how hard it is to develop players at the NHL level, and fans still wonder if the approach is good for one of the franchise's most promising talents. Even though coaches and management stress accountability and long-term growth.
