Turkey Time! A Look at Some of the Biggest Turkeys and Overall Duds in Flyers History

Oxford Languages informally defines a "turkey" as "something that is extremely or completely unsuccessful." While this definition is typically reserved for plays, movies, and other more traditional forms of entertainment, the "extremely or completely unsuccessful" sounds a bit too familiar to Flyers fans as we simultaneously laugh and cry about some of our misfortunes. Here's … Continue reading Turkey Time! A Look at Some of the Biggest Turkeys and Overall Duds in Flyers History

A Frustrating, Futile, and Very “Flyers” Offensive Stretch

The recent cold streak plaguing the Flyers has me feeling like an anti-Michael Corleone from The Godfather Part III. To paraphrase and tweak an otherwise famous quote, "Just when they pull me in, they push me back out!" Speaking of disappointing follow-ups, let's talk about this Flyers offense. Not counting an empty-net goal against the … Continue reading A Frustrating, Futile, and Very “Flyers” Offensive Stretch

Would You Rather: Assessing the Risto/Jones Deals

Let me start this article by pouring one out for Jake Voracek, going back to the now-rebuilding chasm that is the Columbus Blue Jackets. Deuces. We were told there would be action this offseason. Whether we like it or not, Fletcher has absolutely delivered in that regard. This offseason will be remembered across the league … Continue reading Would You Rather: Assessing the Risto/Jones Deals

Does a Morgan Frost Appearance Shake Up the Offense?

Well, this team's offense has certainly looked better. The Flyers' postseason so far could be described as anything between "exciting" and "so irritating I'm about to spear this hockey stick through my TV screen." The Flyers' offense, and specifically the power play, serves as the catalyst for much of the aforementioned rage. A lack of … Continue reading Does a Morgan Frost Appearance Shake Up the Offense?

Like It or Not, Chris Stewart Is a Flyer

Evidently, Chris Stewart doesn't even have to be on the ice in order to maintain his agitator role. Stewart's short tenure with the Flyers has been a subject of controversy since its inception. When news of the Flyers bringing in Stewart on a professional tryout first dropped, reception among Flyers fans ranged from sheer panic … Continue reading Like It or Not, Chris Stewart Is a Flyer

Why Time on Ice is a Terrible Negotiating Piece for the Flyers

We all thought we were done with Dave Hakstol's player usage plaguing this team, didn't we? New information put out by Bob McKenzie of TSN suggests that a major holdup in Travis Konecny's contract negotiations is due to a relative lack of average time on ice (TOI) compared to other marquee players on the roster. … Continue reading Why Time on Ice is a Terrible Negotiating Piece for the Flyers

Building Philadelphia Back into a Destination City

The Flyers are already a better team two days into free agency. Kevin Hayes has filled the hole at 2nd line center. Andrew MacDonald, Dale Weise, Jori Lehterä, and Phil Varone are gone, resulting in addition by subtraction. Radko Gudas was traded for Matt Niskanen. Justin Braun was acquired for draft picks. The Flyers defense … Continue reading Building Philadelphia Back into a Destination City