When the Philadelphia Flyers selected forward Nolan Patrick with the second overall pick in 2017 NHL draft, there's no way anybody could have anticipated the roller coaster ride they were about to go on. He started his career with almost two identical, underwhelming seasons where he posted 30 and 31 points in 2017-18 and 2018-19 … Continue reading The Curious Case of Nolan Patrick
The Domino Effect of the Flyers Trading for Mattias Ekholm
When the rumors broke that the Flyers were in on Nashville Predators defenseman Mattias Ekhlom, it originally came as a bit of a head scratching concept. Given the soon-to-be-31-year-old still a year remaining on his contract, he wouldn't be a rental player, thus he would have to be protected at the expansion draft. But with … Continue reading The Domino Effect of the Flyers Trading for Mattias Ekholm
Unforgettable Images
There is a Tweet making the rounds today, asking for a Philly sports photo that you will never forget. For me, there are two, and they are at opposite ends of the spectrum emotionally. One is the image of Pelle's mangled Porsche; the other is the image of the celebration of Simon Gagne's eventual game … Continue reading Unforgettable Images
Worst to First: NHL Home Jerseys 2021
Now that the dust from the release of the Reverse Retro jerseys has settled and the Worst to First series has returned, it's time to take stock of the current home jerseys across the NHL as well. For the first time since Adidas took over in 2017, there have been multiple changes to home jerseys … Continue reading Worst to First: NHL Home Jerseys 2021
Could the Flyers Acquire Sidney Crosby?
"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?
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
The Key To Success?
The Philadelphia Flyers have not had the best of starts to the season. But somehow, the Flyers stand at 8-3-3, good for second place in the East, or the MassMutual division. With their less than ideal play, one would think that the Flyers would be closer to the bottom of the division. Last year, playoffs … Continue reading The Key To Success?
Germans in Hockey and the NHL
So this is a bit of an expansion on a little thing I wrote about Germany and hockey that got me to be writing for Brotherly Puck. I have German heritage, like a lot of it, and kinda proud of the growing presence of Germans in the NHL. The Past The first registered hockey game … Continue reading Germans in Hockey and the NHL
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
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