For his first game with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ken Hitchcock is heading back to Philadelphia.
A month after being fired by the Flyers, Hitchcock was formally introduced as the Blue Jackets' head coach Thursday. Columbus, last in the NHL standings, will play the Flyers - just a point ahead of the Blue Jackets - on Friday in Philadelphia.
"When I was on the plane flying here, I felt like, 'Man, I'm in The Twilight Zone.' Hitchcock said. "I hope the players have a lot better day than I'll have tomorrow. It's going to be a tough day."
Hitchcock's first goal is to restore the team's confidence.
"We can't hang our heads and roll our shoulders," Hitchcock said.
Hitchcock's Debut With Columbus To Take Place In Philly