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Who Is Out and Who Is in On Goaltender Carter Hart?

Carter Hart’s future remains one of the biggest question marks in the NHL, and the market for the 25-year-old goaltender is starting to take shape. Pittsburgh and Edmonton, two teams previously linked to Hart, appear to be out of the running.

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G Carter Hart rules out Flyers return after Hockey Canada acquittal

Carter Hart does not wish to re-join the Flyers when he becomes eligible to return to the NHL next month, Philadelphia general manager Danny Briere said.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Flyers GM Daniel Briere gets brutally honest on Carter Hart reunion chances

Last season was massively disappointing for the Philadelphia Flyers. The team finished tied for last in the Eastern Conference, notching 76 points alongside the Boston Bruins.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen to miss 1-2 months recovering from triceps injury

Some key injury news for the Philadelphia Flyers heading into training camp. When speaking to the media on Tuesday, Flyers general manager Danny Briere announced that defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen could be out for the first month, or more, of the regular season while recovering from a ruptured right triceps tendon.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Why Flyers moved on from Ivan Fedotov – and why Carter Hart isn’t in their plans

It is never quiet in Philadelphia when it comes to goaltending. The Flyers seem to be in a perpetual state of searching for it, but on Sunday GM Daniel

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Carter Hart News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Carter Hart Out in Philly, Tells Flyers He Wants a 'Fresh Start'

Philadelphia Flyers’ GM Daniel Briere said that Carter Hart‘s agent has reached out to the Flyers and told them that the goaltender wants a fresh start.

Carter Hart News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

NHL Rumours: Multiple Teams Expressing Interest in Carter Hart

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re just three weeks away from the start of the regular season. Teams are looking to put the finishing touches on their rosters, and with that, the rumours are coming in full force.

Ivan Fedotov News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Ivan Fedotov’s Unusual NHL Road Takes Another Turn After Trade to Blue Jackets

Ivan Fedotov’s road to the NHL spanned nearly 10 years and featured a little bit of everything, from politics and contracts to even military service. On Sunday, the 28-year-old goaltender was traded by the Philadelphia Flyers to the Columbus Blue Jackets, the latest turn in a career that has been anything but straightforward.

Trevor Zegras News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Fresh Start With Flyers Could Allow Trevor Zegras To Unlock His Full Potential

The Anaheim Ducks chose to move on from former ninth overall pick Trevor Zegras after five seasons. General manager Pat Verbeek and incoming head coach Joel Quenneville opted to move on from the former 65-point forward in reshaping Anaheim’s core.

Jack Nesbitt News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Jack Nesbitt’s High Floor Gives Flyers Hope, But His Ceiling Will Make Them a Contender

It’s hard to read into the preseason or two Rookie Series games. That said, Jack Nesbitt and his play were hard to ignore. “There are so many attributes to his game that you have to love,” Lehigh Valley Phantoms head coach John Snowden noted after the second game.

Ivan Fedotov News / Total Apex Sports / September 14

Flyers Have Growth In Pick Collection, Trade Ivan Fedotov To Columbus

In a move that shocked absolutely no one paying attention, the Philadelphia Flyers have finally parted ways with goaltender Ivan Fedotov. The towering 6-foot-7 netminder is heading to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Flyers Should Pursue a Bump-Zegras-Michkov First Line

The Philadelphia Flyers are poised to further embrace their youth movement. Players like Denver Barkey, Alex Bump, and Nikita Grebenkin were all terrific in a two-game Rookie Series versus the New York Rangers.

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Ivan Fedotov News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Blue Jackets Acquire Ivan Fedotov From Flyers for 2026 Draft Pick

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired goaltender Ivan Fedotov from the Philadelphia Flyers for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick. The 6-foot-7 Russian goaltender struggled in his first NHL season.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14

Flyers Trade Fedotov to Blue Jackets, Future of Carter Hart in Philly?

The Philadelphia Flyers have dealt goaltender Ivan Fedotov to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick. The move involves no salary retention, making it a straightforward cap transaction for Philadelphia.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Flyers Solve Logjam by Trading Goalie to Blue Jackets

The Philadelphia Flyers needed to shave a goaltender from their roster and the Columbus Blue Jackets desperately needed to add netminding depth. On Sunday, the Metropolitan Division foes completed a trade that solves both issues.

Ivan Fedotov News / Field Level Media / September 14

Report: Blue Jackets acquire G Ivan Fedotov from Flyers

The Columbus Blue Jackets are acquiring goaltender Ivan Fedotov from the Philadelphia Flyers, Sportsnet reported Sunday morning. The Flyers are receiving a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft in return for the 6-foot-7 netminder, multiple media outlets reported.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 14

Flyers trade former KHL Goalie of the Year to Blue Jackets

Columbus was looking for an insurance option if starter Elvis Merzlikins’ struggles continue and youngster Jet Greaves’ first chance at a full-time NHL role doesn’t pan out.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 13

Bold Philadelphia Flyers predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

The Philadelphia Flyers continue to trudge along in their rebuilding process under general manager and former Stanley Cup Playoff ace Daniel Briere, though many Flyers fans would argue that it’s not moving at a pace that they’re comfortable with.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

Flyers Experience Growing Pains & Progress of Rebuild in Rookie Series

It’s hard to read much into preseason hockey. It’s hard to make much of the Rookie Series between the Philadelphia Flyers and the New York Rangers, which only featured a select few prospects.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 11

Philadelphia Flyers’ most intriguing training camp battle in 2025

Rick Tocchet will have no small task in bringing the Philadelphia Flyers back from the depths of John Tortorella’s disaster. Things went south quickly for Torts last season, which led to him and the organization mutually parting ways.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Inside The Rink / September 9

Philadelphia Flyers Announce Rookie Camp & Prospects Game Roster

The Philadelphia Flyers today announced their roster for Rookie Camp and Prospect Challenge. The schedule has practice on Thursday. The first game will be on Friday at 7:00 PM EST against the New York Rangers with a morning skate at 10:15 AM EST.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / September 5

Flyers Make Minor League Trade with Kraken

The Flyers made a move on Wednesday, acquiring 22-year-old forward Tucker Robertson from the Kraken in exchange for fellow 22-year-old forward Jon-Randall Avon.

Philadelphia Flyers News / House of Hockey / September 4

Philadelphia Flyers Acquire Intriguing Young Prospect in Trade With Seattle Kraken

The NHL off-season has been disappointingly quiet, but ahead of camp, the Flyers and Kraken have made an intriguing minor league trade. Training camp is just a matter of days away for most NHL teams, and with just days to go, the Seattle Kraken and Philadelphia Flyers have made a surprising minor league trade.

Jon-Randall Avon News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4

Flyers, Kraken swap Jon-Randall Avon, Tucker Robertson

The Flyers acquired forward Tucker Robertson from the Kraken for forward Jon-Randall Avon, the teams announced. The pair of prospects will now report to their new teams’ training camp in a couple of weeks.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 29

Penn State may have opened door to hosting NHL Winter Classic

Penn State may have opened door to hosting future NHL Winter Classic

The Winter Classic is still the NHL's signature regular-season event, and one of the most anticipated venues to host one has been Penn State's Beaver Stadium for a Keystone State Game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers.

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