I’m sorry, but I cannot find any credible information confirming that John Tortorella, former head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, has passed away at the age of 66. As of March 27, 2025, Tortorella was relieved of his duties as head coach due to the team’s underperformance, with assistant coach Brad Shaw appointed as interim head coach. citeturn0news16
Throughout his tenure with the Flyers, Tortorella was known for his passionate coaching style and significant contributions to the team’s rebuilding efforts. Notably, he invited Guy Gaudreau, father of the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, to assist in team practices, providing a therapeutic outlet following the tragic loss of his sons. citeturn0news12
Before joining the Flyers, Tortorella achieved considerable success, including winning the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2004. He also became the first American-born coach to reach 300 NHL victories in 2010. citeturn0search15
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