"I don't like any guy on their team... I don't like 'em" was the famous quote by Penguins forward Sidney Crosby after game 3 of their first round matchup against the Flyers during the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs. Crosby, who was just 25 at the time of that series, is now a veteran of 1,000 … Continue reading Could the Flyers Acquire Sidney Crosby?
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It’s Time to Talk About Underaged Players in the AHL
Thanks to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on the sport of ice hockey, there have been plenty of changes for the 2021 season. One of the big ones has been the CHL's pause and delayed start that has left the next generation of players without a stage to showcase their talents. For the lucky … Continue reading It’s Time to Talk About Underaged Players in the AHL
Oskar Lindblom Should Be The Next Captain
It may be a bit early to start talking about Claude Giroux's captaincy successor, but there is one name that is rising above the crowd in the crop of youngsters that will be here for the foreseeable future. While we many never know what goes on behind closed doors of the locker room, we sure … Continue reading Oskar Lindblom Should Be The Next Captain
Sanheim and Konecny Highlight Realistic Flyers Trade Chips
It's been a long time since the Flyers organization has seen a big trade. Hell, we're a few months away from the 10-year anniversary of the Richards and Carter blockbuster deals. But with the organization at a potential crossroads due to on-ice talent and the flat salary cap, the Flyers may have to get creative … Continue reading Sanheim and Konecny Highlight Realistic Flyers Trade Chips
Which Flyers Will Make the 2022 Olympics?
The sports world has been turned upside down due to the coronavirus pandemic and the Olympics are not immune to the mess. The Summer Games have been put on the back burner as they were supposed to take place in 2020, but were delayed until 2021 and possibly later. Now, the Winter Olympics are on … Continue reading Which Flyers Will Make the 2022 Olympics?
Worst to First: NWHL Jerseys 2021
The 2021 NWHL season is in the books. Unfortunately, it didn't end the way everyone wanted, but it was a great few weeks and not only did I get to take in their on-ice play, I got to get a front row seat to their badass hockey jerseys. Any time I get to break out … Continue reading Worst to First: NWHL Jerseys 2021
JVR Playing Well, but He’s Still Destined For Seattle
If I told you two months ago that James Van Riemsdyk would be the team's top goal scorer and point getter, most of you wouldn't believe me. Hell, I wouldn't believe me. But yet, that's exactly what is going on. Van Riemsdyk looks like his old self from his days in Toronto this season and … Continue reading JVR Playing Well, but He’s Still Destined For Seattle
It’s Felix Sandstrom’s Time to Prove Himself
When Felix Sandstrom finally came over to North America to play for the Flyers last season, hopes were high for the then-22-year-old to work through the ranks quickly as an eventual number two to Carter Hart. But upon his transition to North American ice, things didn't really go as planned. He was sent to the … Continue reading It’s Felix Sandstrom’s Time to Prove Himself
Erik Gustafsson is Coming as Advertised
When defenseman Matt Niskanen retired during the 2020 offseason, it seemed as though Chuck Fletcher would've had his hand forced and signed a another top defenseman to take his place, right? Well that isn't exactly what ended up happening. Instead, they threw a one-year, $3 million deal at 28-year-old Swedish defenseman Erik Gustafsson who has … Continue reading Erik Gustafsson is Coming as Advertised
The Honeymoon Phase is Over and AV is Serious
When the Flyers announced the hiring of Alain Vigneault as the 21st coach in team history there was some skepticism from the fanbase about what exactly he would bring to the team. Yet, upon his arrival he immediately earned the love and trust from the fanbase with his whacky quotes, giving the team's youth a … Continue reading The Honeymoon Phase is Over and AV is Serious