For Trevor Zegras, Philadelphia was a chance to reboot his image. The 24-year-old forward's time with the Anaheim Ducks had been marked by perceptions of finesse but lack of substance. Social media darling turned hockey player was the prevailing narrative. But in Philadelphia, things were different. The Flyers saw something more, a spark that could propel them towards success.
In training camp, Zegras declared his intention to be known as a hockey player, not just a social media sensation. Coach Rick Tocchet issued him a challenge: produce results on the ice, not just for clicks. And it wasn't just words - Zegras put in work. He's been everywhere on the ice for the Flyers, skating at even strength, on power plays, and even in scrums.
The results have been impressive. In his first 10 games with the team, Zegras has scored four goals and recorded eight assists for 12 points. His plus-6 rating is a testament to his willingness to check and take responsibility on the ice. The edge he's brought to the Flyers' play has been evident in their recent wins.
Zegras' coach credits him with a change in approach, saying "He doesn't want to be that perception." In practice, Zegras used to focus on showy plays, but now he drives and shoots with precision. It's a more effective way of playing the game.
For Zegras, it's about proving himself as a hockey player. He says "I just try to play a good game every time I go out there" - feed off his teammates who are doing things right. The results speak for themselves: the Flyers' third-straight win and fifth in six games, with Zegras scoring twice in two of those wins.
As the Flyers sit in an Eastern Conference Wild Card spot, it's clear that Trevor Zegras is more than just a social media star - he's a hockey player who's here to stay.
In training camp, Zegras declared his intention to be known as a hockey player, not just a social media sensation. Coach Rick Tocchet issued him a challenge: produce results on the ice, not just for clicks. And it wasn't just words - Zegras put in work. He's been everywhere on the ice for the Flyers, skating at even strength, on power plays, and even in scrums.
The results have been impressive. In his first 10 games with the team, Zegras has scored four goals and recorded eight assists for 12 points. His plus-6 rating is a testament to his willingness to check and take responsibility on the ice. The edge he's brought to the Flyers' play has been evident in their recent wins.
Zegras' coach credits him with a change in approach, saying "He doesn't want to be that perception." In practice, Zegras used to focus on showy plays, but now he drives and shoots with precision. It's a more effective way of playing the game.
For Zegras, it's about proving himself as a hockey player. He says "I just try to play a good game every time I go out there" - feed off his teammates who are doing things right. The results speak for themselves: the Flyers' third-straight win and fifth in six games, with Zegras scoring twice in two of those wins.
As the Flyers sit in an Eastern Conference Wild Card spot, it's clear that Trevor Zegras is more than just a social media star - he's a hockey player who's here to stay.
I love seeing stars like Trevor Zegras transform into actual contributors on the ice! He went from being this "social media darling" to actually putting in work and making a real impact on his team 
. The fact that Coach Tocchet challenged him to focus on results over clicks is genius - it's clear that Zegras was already aware of how he wanted to be perceived, but needed someone to push him to prove it 
. And the numbers don't lie, this kid is a game-changer! 
The Flyers are lucky to have him, and I think we're going to see a lot more of him making waves in the NHL from now on 
. his willingness to take hits and check in would've been seen as weak before, but now its seen as a sign of his dedication to the team 
. now hes flying (pun intended) and proving everyone wrong 
. now he's not just a pretty face, but a legit hockey player who's carrying his team to wins 
. gotta love the fire in him wanting to be taken seriously on the ice 
. He's finally proving people wrong and showing that he's more than just a pretty face (and a great Instagram feed 
). The fact that Coach Tocchet gave him a challenge to back it up, and Zegras took it seriously, is awesome. I mean, who doesn't love an underdog story? 
. It's awesome to see him feed off his teammates' energy and just go out there and play his heart out 
. I think we've got a star player on our hands 
️. The fact that he's now willing to take checks and put in the work is a testament to his growth as a player, and I think it's a great lesson for all athletes who struggle with finding their identity outside of social media 
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you know what's wild? people think they can change who they are just by trying harder. like zegras' coaches or whatever, telling him to focus on results instead of being all flashy on the ice... it's not that easy. we're all just trying to find our own way, you know? and it sounds like zegras was getting caught up in this whole 'social media darling' thing... but he took a step back, reevaluated what he wanted to be known for, and then went about making changes.
He's finally silencing all the haters with his incredible performance on ice, not just taking selfies 
The fact that he's putting in work offensively and defensively too is really impressive. I love how his coach said he changed from focusing on showy plays to driving and shooting with precision, it makes total sense now why the Flyers are doing so well 
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. and its not just about the stats either, it's about how he's buyin' into the team's vibe and playstyle 
. if zegras is able to keep this up, i think the flyers got a legit shot at makin' some noise in the playoffs 
. And it shows in the way he's stepping up his game on the ice - 12 points in 10 games? That's nuts! 
The Flyers are lucky to have him and I think this is gonna be a great season for them 
i love how coach tocchet pushed him to be more than just a social media sensation, it shows in his game 
, but it sounds like he's put in the work to be a more well-rounded player. His willingness to check and take responsibility on the ice is huge for the Flyers' success 
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. The fact that Coach Tocchet challenged him to produce results and he took it seriously is huge. Now, we're seeing a whole new side of him - the guy who can drive and shoot with precision, not just showy plays