Tag: Lehigh Valley Phantoms

What To Expect From Denver Barkey

The Flyers have signed 2023 3rd round (95th overall) pick Denver Barkey to a three year entry-level contract coming off an exciting season in the OHL for the London Knights. During the campaign, Barkey tallied up 31 goals and 56 assists for a total of 87 points this year. So what should you expect from … Continue reading What To Expect From Denver Barkey

Philadelphia Flyers: Short Sighted Positives vs Long Term Rebuilding

There's nothing wrong with winning. For some reason, there's a section of the fanbase that believes if you don't celebrate like they won the Cup every time they win a regular season game against the Coyotes, you don't want the Flyers to win at all. There's nothing wrong with abandoning the idea of a full … Continue reading Philadelphia Flyers: Short Sighted Positives vs Long Term Rebuilding

The Philadelphia Flyers and Their Questionable Approach to Prospect Development

The Philadelphia Flyers are rebuilding... or at least that's been the battle cry for much of the last calendar year. It's the second time they've embarked on the journey of a "rebuild" over the last decade, and the question as to whether or not they can do it right this time looms large over the … Continue reading The Philadelphia Flyers and Their Questionable Approach to Prospect Development

Flyers’ Prospect Denver Barkey Signs Three-Year, $913,000 Entry-Level Contract

The Philadelphia Flyers signed their 2023 third-round draft pick, Denver Barkey, to a three-year, $950,000 entry-level contract. Barkey, an 18-year-old center playing for the London Knights in the Ontario Hockey League, has had an outstanding season, leading his club in all categories. He expressed excitement and honour joining the Flyers, fulfilling a childhood dream.

The Philadelphia Flyers’ Goaltending Carousel

There’s never a dull moment when talking about the state of the Flyers goaltending. Since Carter Hart's reckoning day finally came, it leaves the team with more questions than answers at a position it had looked as though they were stable. As the spotlight shifts back to the crease, let's take stock of what exactly … Continue reading The Philadelphia Flyers’ Goaltending Carousel

Flyers’ 2022 NHL Draft Pick Alex Bump Showing Promise and Encouraging Fan Antics

Philadelphia Flyers prospect Alex Bump, known for his speed, stirring of the pot and feeding off fan energy, has had eventful years since being drafted in 2022. Traded between teams, leaving Vermont, jumping on the boards to being middle fingered. Bump has found a supportive coach, Pat Ferschweiler, at Western Michigan while he aims to become a well-rounded player and be a part of the New Era of Orange in Philadelphia.

Future of Philadelphia: 2023 Draft Pick Carson Bjarnason

Carson Bjarnason, an 18-year-old goalie, faced challenges before being drafted by Philadelphia Flyers in NHL. His resilience, support from family, and mentorship from veteran players have shaped his journey. Despite setbacks, Bjarnason maintains high aspirations and a strong work ethic, striving to earn his place in the New Era of Orange.

How to Fix the Lehigh Valley Phantoms

The 2023-24 season have been a rough one for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. They're 20-18-5-2 after their All-Star break and currently sit seventh in the Atlantic division, which means they're on the outside of the playoff picture looking in. While there's still time to sneak their way back in, the team has struggled to gain … Continue reading How to Fix the Lehigh Valley Phantoms