Surprising? Absolutely. Dave Hakstol defies every expectation that was associated with this search. He’s not another former Flyer brought in to perpetuate the old ways. Nor is he another retread looking to re-start his career in Philly after being kicked to the curb somewhere else.
It’s a bold hire, one that signals a surprising patience for the rebuilding process that runs contrary to almost everything we’ve seen during the Ed Snider era.
But is it the right move?
http://www.si.com/nhl/2015/05/18/new-philadelphia-flyers-coach-dave-haxtol-under-pressure
