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Gavin Mckenna News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Flyers Should Set Sights on Viggo Björck, Not Gavin McKenna for 2026 NHL Draft

Even hockey consumers who don’t pay attention to prospects already know Gavin McKenna’s name. The 17-year-old phenom has been recognized as the top prize of the 2026 NHL Draft for a long time now—he’s an immensely gifted talent.

NHL News / House of Hockey / July 9

Matvei Michkov Claps Back at Controversial Comments From His Idol Alex Ovechkin

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin recently stated that Matvei Michkov of the Flyers shows off too much, which prompted the young Philadelphia phenom to clap back.

Cam York News / Breakaway on SI / July 9

Flyers Take Calculated Risk With Cam York

The Philadelphia Flyers and defenseman Cam York didn't need salary arbitration to finalize a contract extension this summer. Many predicted that one side would opt for mediation in what seemed to be a contentious negotiation.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Grading Dan Vladar, Christian Dvorak contracts with Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers, who have not been to the Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2020, are banking on the latest moves from general manager Daniel Briere that their drought could soon come to an end.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Flyers Have a Bunch of Options for Filling Out Their 2025-26 Roster

If you look at the Philadelphia Flyers’ projected depth chart for the 2025-26 season on PuckPedia, you’d be forgiven for thinking it seems incomplete.

Cam York News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Grading Cam York’s 5-year, $25.75 million Flyers contract extension

The Philadelphia Flyers missed the playoffs for a fifth straight season, but they have made a bevy of moves to make sure they return to the postseason this upcoming year.

Cam York News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Flyers Sign Cam York to 5-Year Contract Extension

On Monday, the Philadelphia Flyers confirmed that they have signed restricted free agent defenseman Cam York to a five-year, $25.75 million contract extension.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Flyers lock up key RFA on $25.75 million extension

In the throes of a five-year postseason drought, the Philadelphia Flyers have reached the point where it is time to effectively end their rebuilding phase and jump back into the Stanley Cup Playoffs picture.

Cam York News / Daily Faceoff / July 7

Report: Flyers re-sign Cam York to five-year contract

A little bit of significant business has been done by Daniel Briere. According to multiple reports, the Philadelphia Flyers have re-signed defenseman Cam York to a five-year contract.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / July 7

Flyers Defenseman Signs Huge Extension

The Philadelphia Flyers are locking in a key piece of their defensive group on a respectable deal. First reported by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Flyers have signed defenseman Cam York to a five-year deal worth $5.15 million annually.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / July 7

Philadelphia Flyers Re-Sign RFA Defenceman for Five Years

Welcome back to another edition of NHL signing news here at Last Word on Hockey from the busy summer season. We bring you the latest deals as players secure their futures.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 7

Flyers ink former first-round pick to five-year extension

The Flyers have taken care of some internal business.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Flyers 2025-26 Roster Projection 1.0: Porter Martone Makes the Cut

The Philadelphia Flyers may still have some tasks to complete this offseason, but the bulk of their work is done. Following a highly acclaimed 2025 draft class and an unexpected free-agent expenditure (if you can call it that), let’s project the team’s opening roster for 2025–26.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / July 5

Flyers’ Trevor Zegras Can Maximize Matvei Michkov’s Talents

The Philadelphia Flyers are gambling on Trevor Zegras. At 24 years old, a player who made headlines in 2021–22 and 2022–23 for his skill is theoretically just entering his prime.

Tyson Foerster News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 4

Flyers winger may miss start of regular season

The Flyers already have a readily available in-house candidate to replace him on the wing if he misses time.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / July 4

How will the Flyers deploy their new lineup in 2025-26?

The Philadelphia Flyers embarked on a rebuild two years ago when GM Danny Briere and president of hockey operations Keith Jones took over. Entering this offseason, Briere was vocal about the Flyers entering the next stage of the rebuild; it was not yet time to push the gas pedal to the floor, but rather begin to add to the existing roster.

Gavin Hain News / Inside The Rink / July 3

AHL: Hartford Wolf Pack Sign Gavin Hain

The Hartford Wolf Pack today joined the free agency chaos as they signed forward Gavin Hain. Hain spent the last season with the Iowa Wild. In 25 games, Hain recorded five points on three goals and two assists.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Blade of Steel / July 2

Central Division Powerhouse Snatch Goalie from Philadelphia Flyers

The Minnesota Wild have reportedly signed valuable goaltending depth with the addition of Cal Petersen, who has spent the last handful of years with the Philadelphia Flyers.

Olle Lycksell News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Senators Sign Olle Lycksell to 1-Year Contract

The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Olle Lycksell to a one-year, two-way contract worth $775,000 in the NHL and $450,000 if playing in the American Hockey League (AHL).

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Flyers’ Tyson Foerester gets crushing injury timeline for 2025-26 season

The Philadelphia Flyers have been active in the NHL offseason. They hired Rick Tocchet as the head coach, traded for Trevor Zegras, and drafted Porter Martone after a miserable season.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

UFA Goaltender Signs With the Philadelphia Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers have announced they have signed goaltender Daniel Vladar to a two-year contract worth $3.35 million. Vladar joins his third NHL team following four with the Calgary Flames.

Christian Dvorak News / Breakaway on SI / July 1

Flyers Sign Center to One-Year Deal

The Philadelphia Flyers have kicked off the NHL’s free agent frenzy with a short-term deal for a veteran center. According to multiple reports, the Flyers have signed 29-year-old Christian Dvorak to a one-year deal worth $5.4 million.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Flyers select Jack Murtagh No. 40 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers selected American forward Jack Murtagh with the 40th overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Murtagh spent the 2024-25 season with the United States National Team Development Program, where he racked up 22 goals and 31 assists for 53 points in 56 games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Inside The Rink / June 28

With the 6th and 12th Overall Pick, the Philadelphia Flyers Select…

Following round one of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Philadelphia Flyers selected Porter Martone from the Brampton Steelheads at 6th overall, and Jack Nesbitt at 12th overall after trading their 22nd and 31st overall picks to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

James Hagens News / Yardbarker / June 25