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Flyers’ Sean Couturier Out With Upper-Body Injury

The Philadelphia Flyers will be without a forward for Thursday night’s game against the Los Angeles Kings. Sean Couturier has been announced as out day-to-day with an upper-body injury, head coach Rick Tocchet told Kevin Kurz of The Athletic.

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Ryan Johansen officially announces retirement after 13 seasons

The Nashville Predators‘ sixth all-time leading scorer has officially hung up his skates. On Thursday, center Ryan Johansen announced his retirement from professional hockey after a 13-year career in the NHL.

Ryan Johansen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 19

Ryan Johansen Announces Retirement

Ryan Johansen announced his retirement in an episode of the Predators’ official team podcast released Thursday afternoon. The 33-year-old center steps away after an NHL career that spanned 13 seasons and included an All-Star nod and a Western Conference championship with Nashville in 2017.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19

Flyers strive to stay comfortable on road in clash vs. Kings

The Philadelphia Flyers will look to continue their road success and give their flickering playoff hopes another boost when they visit the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19

Flyers relinquish late lead, but sink Ducks in OT

Noah Cates scored at 2:17 of overtime as the Philadelphia Flyers extended their road win streak to five games with a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 17

Flyers’ playoff hopes teeter ahead of consequential Ducks clash

The Philadelphia Flyers kick off a three-game, make-it-or-break-it California road trip on Wednesday night when they face the Anaheim Ducks. Entering Tuesday,

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 17

Flyers Sign Cole Knuble To Entry-Level Deal

The Flyers signed forward prospect Cole Knuble to his entry-level contract today, the team announced. It’s a two-year pact starting next season, but he’ll make his pro debut in the coming days with AHL Lehigh Valley on a minor-league deal for the last few weeks of 2025-26.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

Flyers sign Cole Knuble to two-year entry-level contract

The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that they’ve signed center Cole Knuble to a two-year, entry-level contract. The contract is set to begin in the 2026-27 season, meaning he will be eligible to play in the NHL that season.

Tyson Foerster News / Brotherly Bullies / March 17

Could Flyers' Tyson Foerster Return This Season?

Philadelphia Flyers forward Tyson Foerster has been out since December with an upper-body injury. Originally labeled as month to month, his diagnosis quickly changed to out for the season after surgery was recommended.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 17

Flyers Must Avoid Signing Veterans Long-Term in 2026 Free Agency

About a month from today, the Philadelphia Flyers will likely have set a franchise record for consecutive playoff misses: six, dating back to 2020–21. Being in a self-dubbed rebuild and all, that’s kind of the expectation.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

Which center(s) might the Flyers pursue for an offseason trade?

It is no secret the Philadelphia Flyers are a team lacking at the center position. Despite a wealth of talent on the wing between Tyson Foerster, Travis

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / March 17

Flyers President Excited for Future Despite Slow Rebuild

The Philadelphia Flyers didn't enter this season with many expectations, and so far, the organization isn't looking as if it will break its five-year playoff drought.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 16

Flyers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Heartbreaking Loss, Jiříček Shines, and More

The Philadelphia Flyers have improved their play recently, but all that’s on the mind is one stinker to end the week. In this week-ahead piece, we talk about their heartbreaking loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, prospect David Jiříček‘s impressive performance, and more.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 15

2 Takeaways From Flyers’ 2-1 Shootout Loss to Blue Jackets

The Philadelphia Flyers have been winning more lately, but how they’ve lost has erased much of the positives from the victories they have managed. The team is 6-2-1 in its last nine games, but one of those regulation defeats was an embarrassing home blowout loss to the New York Rangers.

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

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The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Why the Flyers Didn’t Move Rasmus Ristolainen at the Trade Deadline

Rasmus Ristolainen returned from Milan with a bronze medal, a renewed reputation, and every reason to expect a trade. He had played some of the best hockey of his Philadelphia Flyers tenure, logged big minutes against the best players in the world, and physically dominated on a stage that contending teams watch closely.

Garrett Wilson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14

Philadelphia Flyers Recall Garrett Wilson

According to a team announcement, the Philadelphia Flyers have recalled veteran forward Garrett Wilson. The Flyers recently elevated Wilson to an NHL contract before the trade deadline.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 13

Flyers, Blue Jackets collide with wild-card race tightening

Amid some chaotic scheduling, the Philadelphia Flyers return home Saturday to host the Columbus Blue Jackets in a matchup of two teams looking to make a postseason push.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

Flyers’ Michkov & Tippett Are Having Similarly Productive Seasons

Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett recently had another impressive performance. In a system that prioritizes preventing rush chances, his speed and ability to create in transition have been a godsend.

David Jiricek News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

David Jiricek optimistic about Flyers future after trade from Wild

It hasn’t been an easy road for the ex-Minnesota Wild turned Philadelphia Flyers defenseman David Jiricek. The once-top prospect was the sixth overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, but his development hasn’t progressed as he would’ve liked.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

The player not named Rasmus Ristolainen that Flyers shopped ahead of deadline

The Philadelphia Flyers fanbase wasn’t happy with the team’s strategy at the trade deadline. It looked like a perfect opportunity to sell off some pieces, but Daniel Briere sat on his hands for the most part.

Cooper Marody News / Inside The Rink / March 12

Philadelphia Flyers Send AHL Forward to Seattle Kraken

The Philadelphia Flyers are sending forward Cooper Marody to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for future considerations. Marody will report to the Coachella Firebirds.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

The Story Behind Ristolainen Not Being Traded by Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers surprised some at the trade deadline by keeping veteran defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen rather than moving him. GM Daniel Briere reportedly set a high asking price—a first-round pick plus a prospect—and while several teams inquired, no offer came in meeting the expected return.

Dan Vladar News / Brotherly Bullies / March 9