The offseason is on the horizon and that means the winds of change are on their way. Even though Chuck Fletcher stayed mum about potential improvements during his end of season press conference, after the Flyers tasted the second round for the first time in eight years and exposed some serious weaknesses doing so, it's … Continue reading Top 5: Crazy Trade Scenarios That Could Actually Happen
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Does Signing Torey Krug Make Sense for the Flyers?
It feels like just yesterday Boston Bruins defenseman Torey Krug was breaking into the NHL. A product of Michigan State University, Krug was a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award in 2012 and signed with the Bruins as an undrafted free agent. He became a staple for the Bruins during the 2013-14 season and has … Continue reading Does Signing Torey Krug Make Sense for the Flyers?
Top 5: Potential Landing Spots for Shayne Gostisbehere
With the 2020 NHL playoffs in the books and the winds of change starting to blow as the offseason draws near, the Philadelphia Flyers roster may start to look a little different. The front runner to be dealt away is defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere. Returning from a knee injury that derailed his season, he was given … Continue reading Top 5: Potential Landing Spots for Shayne Gostisbehere
The Thrill of Victory and Agony of Defeat: Another Chapter in the Flyers Rebuild is Complete
Another chapter closes in the Flyers ongoing rebuild as they were eliminated from the playoffs by the New York Islanders in seven games. Even though they didn't win the big one this year, a failed attempt is a crucial part of the learning process. The average age of the Philadelphia Flyers is 26.8, which is … Continue reading The Thrill of Victory and Agony of Defeat: Another Chapter in the Flyers Rebuild is Complete
Sushko, Kase, Sandin, Rubtsov Loaned Amid Late AHL Start
The AHL recently announced that they expect the start of their 2020-21 season to be pushed back until December 4, 2020 and because of that the organization is letting some of their prospects go abroad to continue to play during the down time. Maksim Sushko, David Kase, and Linus Sandin are all expected to be … Continue reading Sushko, Kase, Sandin, Rubtsov Loaned Amid Late AHL Start
Observations From a Socially-Distanced Baseball Game
Baseball is back at Coca-Cola Park! Well, kinda. The Phillies non-roster players have taken up residency at the Ironpigs stadium and are running scrimmages that are partially open to season ticket holders. The scrimmage itself is nothing worth reporting on. A couple dozen minor leaguers with less of a compete level than your local tee-ball … Continue reading Observations From a Socially-Distanced Baseball Game
The Long, Winding Road of Nicholas Aube-Kubel
When an organization drafts a player into the NHL, they hope to see that player take strides and make it to the big club within a few years. But sometimes that's not always the case. When the Flyers drafted Val-d'Or Foreurs forward Nicholas Aube-Kubel 48th overall in 2014, they had no idea the journey they … Continue reading The Long, Winding Road of Nicholas Aube-Kubel
Top 5: Players You Forgot Were New York Islanders
Once an unbeatable dynasty to whatever they are today, the Islanders certainly have a unique history. Spending every year since 1983 trying to regain their former glory in their dump of an arena, the unfortunate souls that have suited up in the array of ugly jerseys is over 500 players long. They would probably rather … Continue reading Top 5: Players You Forgot Were New York Islanders
Hart’s Road Woes Will Be Put to Test in Playoff Bubble
One of the most intriguing storylines of the Philadelphia Flyers 2019-20 season was the Jekyll and Hyde play of sophomore goalie Carter Hart. Taking a look at his numbers from a glance tells the tale of an above average NHL goaltender. Posting a 2.42 goals against average and .914 save percentage in 43 games, would … Continue reading Hart’s Road Woes Will Be Put to Test in Playoff Bubble
Top 5: Players You Forgot Were Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks are one of the most storied franchises in NHL history. With six Stanley Cups to their name and almost 100 years of history to sift through, there are certainly players you forgot played in Chicago. Number 5- Dan Cleary Best known for his decade-long tenure with the Detroit Red Wings where he … Continue reading Top 5: Players You Forgot Were Chicago Blackhawks