Back in the 90s, the mantra around the Philadelphia Flyers was "bigger, stronger, better". You saw that in the makeup of the team. Bobby Clarke, as general manager, had built up a team that averaged 6'0" and 200 lbs. Pound for pound, they were the biggest, strongest team in the league. They had giants in players like Eric Lindros, Rod Brind'Amour, and Joel Otto. Once you got past the vaunted Legion of Doom line, you still had to deal with guys like Dale Hawerchuk, Keith Primeau, Mark Recchi, Rick Tocchet, Jeremy Roenick, etc.
And despite all the size, the Flyers were always outmatched by a physical team that was a little speedier.