The Minnesota North Stars joined the NHL in 1967, the same season as the Philadelphia Flyers but took very different paths as franchises. The North Stars were plagued by financial troubles as well as poor on-ice results. Most memorably, the North Stars were the team that ended the Philadelphia Flyers' historic 35-game unbeaten streak on … Continue reading Philadelphia Flyers Trade History with the Minnesota North Stars
Trading Carter Hart is Still A Bad Idea
The Philadelphia Flyers have no shortage of things piling up on their to-do list, and none many be more important than the fate of their starting goaltender Carter Hart. Hart, who just turned 25 in August, is in his sixth professional season and is off to a decent start even though it was disrupted by … Continue reading Trading Carter Hart is Still A Bad Idea
Way Too Early Flyers Trade Deadline Predictions- Who Stays and Who Goes
For the "rebuilding" Philadelphia Flyers, the next big event on the calendar is the trade deadline which falls on Friday, March 8. While that is still a few months away, it's never too early to predict what avenue Danny Briere will take during his first deadline at the helm. Whether it's dealing some upcoming unrestricted … Continue reading Way Too Early Flyers Trade Deadline Predictions- Who Stays and Who Goes
The Flyers Junior Hockey Prospect Report (Nov. 1 – Nov. 14)
Welcome to The Flyers Junior Hockey Prospect Report! This 3rd edition for the 2023-2024 season covers the period that was in the CHL and BCHL from Wednesday November 1st – Tuesday November 14th. WHL (Western Hockey League) Carson Bjarnason #64 (G) – Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL) SEASONGPWLSOMINSSHSAVGAASAV%2023-2024 144818174584143.23.904 (Nov. 1) The Brandon Wheat Kings started … Continue reading The Flyers Junior Hockey Prospect Report (Nov. 1 – Nov. 14)
Pros and Cons of the Flyers Acquiring Nikita Zadorov
The Calgary Flames have their finger hovering about the "sell" button as a roster with multiple pending free agents in 2024 have gotten off to a very lackluster start in 2023-24. The first name to emerge asking out of Calgary is 28-year-old, left-handed defenseman Nikita Zadorov. The defense-first physical D-man clocks in at 6'6 and … Continue reading Pros and Cons of the Flyers Acquiring Nikita Zadorov
The Curious Case of Tyson Foerster
For the Philadelphia Flyers, the most important focus of the season is fully committing to the rebuild and allowing for several of their important prospects to play in the NHL this year. The most anticipated of these young players was Tyson Foerster, the team's first round pick in 2020. As a reward for a stellar … Continue reading The Curious Case of Tyson Foerster
Lehigh Valley Phantoms Prospect Stock Report 11/13
How the Flyers’ top prospects are trending each week in Lehigh Valley
38 Years Later: Remembering Pelle Lindbergh’s Remarkable and Tragic History
38 years ago, today, the terrible news of a 26-year-old Swedish goalie silenced both the sports world and the city of Philadelphia, forever. Before the tragic morning of November 10, 1985, it felt like nothing could go wrong for the Philadelphia Flyers and Pelle Lindbergh who was playing at the top of his game, he … Continue reading 38 Years Later: Remembering Pelle Lindbergh’s Remarkable and Tragic History
Keep or Trade: Owen Tippett?
The 2024 NHL offseason may still be months away, but as the season approaches the quarter way point, the to-do list of housekeeping teams have to do breaks on the horizon. For the Philadelphia Flyers, one of the biggest decisions they’re going to have to make comes in the form of re-signing their soon-to-be 25-year-old … Continue reading Keep or Trade: Owen Tippett?
Edmonton Oilers In Desperation Mode, Carter Hart Attracting Attention?
Almost 6 months ago, the Philadelphia Flyers were all over trade talks during the summer. Including between the pipes. General manager Danny Briere was and still is willing to listen on anyone and that includes Carter Hart. All though no offer was good enough for Danny Briere to bite and the Flyers kept Carter Hart in goal.