Tankathon is a tool that a lot of fans of struggling teams use to see where their team could land in the draft order, and do some draft lottery simulations. As of 9:14 pm on January 13, 2022, the Flyers have the 9th worst record in the league, so 9th best odds at the 1st … Continue reading I Did Tankathon 100 Times
Giroux Selected as the Flyers’ 2022 NHL All-Star
For over a decade, Claude Giroux has been a reliable playmaker and competitor for the Philadelphia Flyers. Not only has he been skating against the best the NHL has to offer night in and night out, at age 34 he now has Father Time peering over his shoulder. Giroux hasn't flinched when it comes to … Continue reading Giroux Selected as the Flyers’ 2022 NHL All-Star
Ron Hextall…Bad GM, Badass Goalie
It was recently brought to light that Ron Hextall made some very bad decisions as the Flyers General Manager. Do these bad choices truly tarnish his legacy as a goaltender? I understand cancel culture, and there are times when it is appropriate (yes,I am looking at you, Evander Kane...you and Burt's eyebrows) but I have … Continue reading Ron Hextall…Bad GM, Badass Goalie
How the Mighty Fall: Ron Hextall’s Path from Hero to Zero
If you were to ask a fan of the Philadelphia Flyers who the best players in franchise history are, the list would likely include Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, Eric Lindros, and one other name: Ron Hextall. An undeniably legendary goaltender for the Orange and Black, Hextall stayed in the hockey business after retiring. He was … Continue reading How the Mighty Fall: Ron Hextall’s Path from Hero to Zero
Analyzing Chuck Fletcher’s Time as Flyers GM
The three year anniversary of Chuck Fletcher's hiring in Philadelphia took place during a very tumultuous time in the organization's history. Things have gone from bad to worse and his hail Mary summer didn't produce the desired results. It has left the organization scrambling for answers as to what their next steps are, but is … Continue reading Analyzing Chuck Fletcher’s Time as Flyers GM
Cam York is NHL Ready
Great moments are born from great opportunity, and that's what Cam York has done here tonight. Covid has derailed the Philadelphia Flyers' already disappointing season, but there have been a few players that were given an opportunity to make a name for themselves when the main roster members were on the sidelines and there's no … Continue reading Cam York is NHL Ready
Flyers Trade Deadline Expected Returns for Everyone on the Roster
The Philadelphia Flyers are on the verge of what could be a potential teardown which could lead to an interesting trade deadline as the team would look to cash out on upcoming free agents to restock the draft pick cupboard ahead of two very deep, important drafts. The Flyers have five notable unrestricted free agents … Continue reading Flyers Trade Deadline Expected Returns for Everyone on the Roster
The Flyers CHL Prospect Report (Dec. 13 – Jan. 2)
Welcome back to The Flyers CHL Prospect Report! This 6th edition covers the holiday period that was in the CHL from Monday December 13th – Monday January 2nd. WHL (Western Hockey League) Connor McClennon #94 (RW) – Winnipeg Ice (WHL) SEASONGPGAPTS+/-SPIM2021-2022 33252348+3011139 On Tuesday night (Dec. 14), the Winnipeg Ice travelled to Saskatchewan as they … Continue reading The Flyers CHL Prospect Report (Dec. 13 – Jan. 2)
Top 5: Current Flyers with Better Family Members
Hockey is a family sport. The NHL has always been filled with siblings, and for some reason the current crop of players under contract with the Philadelphia Flyers organization tend to be the red-headed stepchild of the family. Across the sport of hockey they seem to have more talented family members who are clearly the … Continue reading Top 5: Current Flyers with Better Family Members
Ryan Ellis…Shea Weber 2.0
Ryan Ellis is not the first defense savior for the Flyers that did not materialize. Once upon a time, Shea Weber was a Flyer....for about five seconds. Ryan Ellis has made it longer than five seconds, but the disappointment tastes very familiar in the mouths of long time Flyers fans. With the Weber signing, we … Continue reading Ryan Ellis…Shea Weber 2.0