PHILADELPHIA - The Associated Press has learned Ken Hitchcock has been hired to coach the Philadelphia Flyers. The NHL team has scheduled a news conference for Tuesday morning. <br>
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Hitchcock was fired by Dallas in January after nearly six seasons with the Stars. During that time he took them to the Stanley Cup Finals twice, winning in 1999. <br>
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The 50-year-old is known as a demanding coach who emphasizes defense. <br>
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Hitchcock replaces Bill Barber, who was fired after the Flyers were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. He becomes the Flyers' fifth coach since 1997.
