Ex-Flyer of the Week: Derian Hatcher

The post-lockout era of Flyers hockey was a rough patch in team history. Then-GM Bobby Clarke built a team meant for the size and grit of the 1990's while the rest of the league was getting smaller and quicker, a bad dynamic that ultimately cost Clarke his job. The leadership group of Keith Primeau, Eric … Continue reading Ex-Flyer of the Week: Derian Hatcher

Comprehensive List of Every Former Flyer in NHL 22

Have you ever wanted to compile a team of former Flyers in NHL 22 but don’t know who is in the game that year? Have no fear, Dan the Flyera Fan is here. I went through every roster in order as they appear in the dropdown menu on the “player movement” page and located all … Continue reading Comprehensive List of Every Former Flyer in NHL 22

25 Players Still Missing from the NHL 22 Alumni Rosters

Read the NHL 23 Players Missing entry. The alumni teams in EA Sports' NHL series are one of the best additions to the game over the last few seasons. It is a great, yet still slightly underwhelming section of the game. The rosters have grown substantially over the last few years, 87 new names were … Continue reading 25 Players Still Missing from the NHL 22 Alumni Rosters

What to Expect From James Van Riemsdyk

The sweeping changes made by Chuck Fletcher and the Philadelphia Flyers during the wild offseason saw many players come and go but there are a few who survived the chaos. One of the last men standing is 32-year-old forward James Van Riemsdyk, who has been a vexing character since his return to Philly. With the … Continue reading What to Expect From James Van Riemsdyk

Everything Else That Could Possibly Go Wrong for the Flyers

Chuck Fletcher led the Philadelphia Flyers through a very impressive summer and there is a lot to be excited about. All of his acquisitions were generally positively acclaimed, his drafting has been above average, and the positive vibes of the offseason have lead most to buy back in to the Flyers being a good hockey … Continue reading Everything Else That Could Possibly Go Wrong for the Flyers

Top 5: Phantoms Poised to Breakout in 2021-22

For the first time in a long time, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms are poised to ice a fairly competitive lineup. There is a new wave of young players that are looking to establish themselves at the pro level after getting their feet wet during the shortened 2021 season. Wether top guys looking to prove themselves … Continue reading Top 5: Phantoms Poised to Breakout in 2021-22

Top 5: Reasons Why the Flyers Will Win the Stanley Cup This Season

It's been 47 years since the Philadelphia Flyers won their last Stanley Cup. Every year since, the team in one way or another has found away to let everybody down. But not this year. The 2021-22 NHL season is the year things finally go the way of the Philadelphia Flyers. They're going to win the … Continue reading Top 5: Reasons Why the Flyers Will Win the Stanley Cup This Season