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Flyers name Terry Murray assistant coach
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The Philadelphia Flyers announced Monday that they have named Terry Murray an assistant coach. Murray was a head coach for the Flyers, Washington Capitals and Florida Panthers in the past.

The 52-year-old has been a pro scout for the Flyers for parts of the last three seasons. Murray was previously the head coach for the Florida Panthers from 1998-2001. In his three seasons as coach of the Panthers, Murray accrued a 79-90-31 record.

Before becoming head coach of the Panthers, Murray spent four seasons working in Philadelphia's organization, including three as head coach. After serving as a scout in 1997-1998, he was chosen to become the coach of the Flyers. In three years at the helm with Philadelphia, Murray compiled a 118-64-30 record. The former NHL defenseman won two Atlantic Division Championships, and made one trip to the Stanley Cup Finals while coaching the Flyers.

The Shawnville, Quebec native also coached the Washington Capitals for five seasons (1989-90 through 1993-94). Murray has posted a career NHL coaching record of 360-288-89.