Flyers’ Head Coach Rick Tocchet recently highlighted Jamie Drysdale as showing leadership qualities on the team.In the aftermath of the Flyers’ 7-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche on January 23, 2026.
Tocchet specifically praised Drysdale for stepping up vocally on the bench during the third period. He noted that Drysdale told his teammates to “Let’s enjoy the moment,” helping shift the energy and mindset compared to a previous loss. Tocchet emphasized the importance of players’ voices in key situations, pointing to Drysdale (among a few others) as contributing positively to the comeback effort and overall team vibe.
This moment has been seen as a sign of growth for Drysdale, who is often described as a quieter player, now tapping into a more assertive, leadership-oriented role—especially as he’s found his footing offensively and defensively with the Flyers after his trade from Anaheim.
It’s a positive step in his development under Tocchet, who has consistently praised Drysdale’s play, attitude, and assertiveness this season.For context, Drysdale has been surging lately, earning trust in key situations and contributing to the blueline as the Flyers push forward. This bench moment underscores Tocchet viewing him as an emerging voice in the room.
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