After the Philadelphia Flyers' 7-5 defeat to the Florida Panthers, coach John Tortorella opted not to speak to the media, believing it wouldn't be productive. The loss was compounded by a late penalty from Joel Farabee, who felt he needed to defend his teammates but acknowledged it was a costly mistake.

Tortorella emphasized the importance of situational awareness and the need for players to manage their emotions during games. He defended Farabee's intentions but highlighted the consequences of the penalty, which led to a crucial goal for the Panthers.

Additionally, the Flyers placed Nicolas Deslauriers on injured reserve due to an upper-body injury, while other players remain day-to-day. Tortorella clarified his earlier comments about goalie Sam Ersson, indicating a structured plan for his return.