There's been a magic feeling in the air surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers after a huge offseason from Chuck Fletcher gave the team and fanbase alike a renewed feeling of hope after major summer shakeups. But why is there a such a good vibe around a team with vastly the same bones? It's the quality of … Continue reading Character vs Identity, and The Importance of Leadership
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Who Makes the Bottom Six?
Ah, the Philadelphia Flyers bottom six forward group. Scapegoats for some, a place where talent goes to die for others. Over the course of the last decade, the Flyers haven't exactly flaunted a dangerous bottom six. With players like Jori Lehtera, Chris Vandevelde and Dale Weise among others holding down the fort in the past, … Continue reading Who Makes the Bottom Six?
Possible Flyers Defense Pairs
The largest makeover the Philadelphia Flyers underwent during the busy 2021 offseason came on the blue line as Chuck Fletcher overhauled a very stale, underwhelming unit. He replaced half the bodies from last season with veterans who all held leadership roles on their previous teams. We know Alain Vigneault loves to shake up his lines … Continue reading Possible Flyers Defense Pairs
Fletcher’s Draft Picks Inspire Confidence
The Philadelphia Flyers organization and its fan base has spent much of the last decade focused on prospects. Ron Hextall took the team into its first real rebuild in franchise history and was quickly established as a great drafter. But with his picks now having plenty of time to marinate, there are few names that … Continue reading Fletcher’s Draft Picks Inspire Confidence
Top 5: Burning Flyers Questions
The highly anticipated 2021-22 Philadelphia Flyers season is just a month away and there are many reasons to be optimistic about the changes Chuck Fletcher made to the team during the summer. Though even with the sweeping moves, there are still some questions about the state of the team heading into the new season. From … Continue reading Top 5: Burning Flyers Questions
Top 5: Dream Fights in the NHL
Fighting in the NHL has slowly bust surely gone the way of the dinosaurs, but it isn't quite out of the game entirely just yet. That leaves the door open to dream about certain matchups that could headline the next UFC pay-per-view. From big dudes clubbing on each other to anticipated real world matchups, to … Continue reading Top 5: Dream Fights in the NHL
It’s a Make or Break Season for Travis Konecny
Philaldephia Flyers forward Travis Konecny has been a polarizing figure since he showed up on the scene in 2016. Earning the love and ire of fans for his middle school-esque approach to the game with his funny faces and use of the word "nerd." For the most part, he has always been able to back … Continue reading It’s a Make or Break Season for Travis Konecny
Top 5: Bold Predictions for the 2021-22 Season
The 2021-22 Philadelphia Flyers season is just a month away and the anticipation for the Fly Guys to hit the ice is at its peak. Not only is the anticipation high, but the expectations are as well. With a crucial season on the way, way not make some bold predictions for the 2021-22 Flyers club? … Continue reading Top 5: Bold Predictions for the 2021-22 Season
Top 5: Next Flyers Likely to be Traded
The chaos that was the 2021 offseason has finally started to cool off, and everyone's excited for the start of what will be the most important Flyers season in recent history. But it's never too early to look ahead to the next big move, is it? So wether it's through the team's progression or a … Continue reading Top 5: Next Flyers Likely to be Traded
NWHL to Rebrand as Premier Hockey Federation
On September 7, 2021, With just two months until the NWHL is slated to start their seventh season, news broke that the league will be renamed the Premier Hockey Federation. It's a big change for a league that is seemingly finally on the up-and-up, and it's a change that buries all the baggage the NWHL … Continue reading NWHL to Rebrand as Premier Hockey Federation
