Why Danny Briere is Unlikely to Join the Flyers Coaching Tree in 2021

The Philadelphia Flyers coaching tree recently welcomed Ian Laperriere. Could Daniel Briere be the next hire to join Laperriere’s committee? Within the Philadelphia Flyers organization, the rumor mill is buzzing. Chaos reigns, especially as the NHL readies itself for the second offseason during the pandemic era. As one additional franchise arrives in the NHL, the […]

The method behind the Flyers recent coaching shakeup

Flyers GM Chuck Fletcher stressed a “winning environment” is required to develop players. Ian Laperriere to the AHL could help prepare that culture. Developing players is one of the many combined tasks in creating a winning culture. Over the past decade, the Philadelphia Flyers have the same identity crisis. In and out of playoff contention, […]

Four First Round Draft Targets for the Philadelphia Flyers in 2021

The Philadelphia Flyers pick thirteenth overall in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. Here are four players they could target: Depending on the draft strategy, Chuck Fletcher has limited resources due to COVID regarding scouting. Inaccurate assessments and draft flaws could be more prevalent. A near mid-round draft pick isn’t a tight spot to be in, […]

Flyers’ Offseason Decisions: The Expansion Defense

The Philadelphia Flyers have a few big decisions to make that will dictate their 2021 NHL Entry Draft approach, starting before the expansion. We’re officially on the road to the NHL Expansion Draft. On Wednesday, the Seattle Kraken received their placement in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft in July. Now, their focus switches to thirty […]

Should the Flyers double down on Nolan Patrick one more time?

The Philadelphia Flyers fanbase loves to panic. Here’s why it is still too early to panic about Nolan Patrick rebounding his career: When a draft pick doesn’t work out to the expectations set, the notion of a player being awful becomes universally accepted. That’s not always the case. A once touted prospect can still carve […]

Instant analysis: Flyers sign goalie Samuel Ersson to ELC

The Flyers will head into the weekend with some exciting news behind them. Goalie prospect Samuel Ersson has signed his entry level contract, becoming the third member of Philly’s 2018 Draft class to do so. Ersson is coming off of a second full season in Sweden’s SHL league with Brynas. He posted a 15-25-2 record […]

2021 NHL Entry Draft: A Look at the History of the 13th Overall Pick

The Philadelphia Flyers will pick 13th overall for the first time in their history in the upcoming 2021 NHL Entry Draft. With this year’s draft taking place in late July, there’s no better time to dig deep into the history of the 13th overall selection. 13th selection by team The Buffalo Sabres hold the first […]

Flyers would be wise to give Brian Elliott a new contract

The Philadelphia Flyers have a finite amount of options to choose from in free agency at goaltender. Brian Elliott could be the best one. A lot changes with the NHL Expansion Draft ahead. Goaltenders are limited, making it difficult for teams to negotiate with free agents this offseason. Currently, two goaltenders scheduled for free agency […]

Flyers 2020-2021 Grades: Defense and Goaltenders

As a two-part series, I review the Philadelphia Flyers players on a grade scale. Here is part two, the defensemen and goaltenders. Defense Ivan Provorov (C) You better believe this is as high as the defensive grades get. Ivan Provorov and Shayne Gostisbehere finished in the top ten of team scoring, but that doesn’t enunciate […]

Philadelphia Flyers 2020-21 report card: Forwards edition

As the 2021 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs continue, it’s time to evaluate the 2020-2021 Philadelphia Flyers, starting off with the forwards. Flyers Forwards Claude Giroux (B+) His critics never cease to amaze me. Claude Giroux has finished within the top five of team scoring for about a decade. Someone out there, arbitrarily screaming at a […]

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