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NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers – Matvei Michkov, Goaltending, and Pending UFAs

TSN: Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov has struggled in his sophomore season, seeing his numbers and tice time drop. Head coach Rick Tocchet suggested Michkov wasn’t in good enough shape when he arrived to training camp.

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Vladar Earns Flyers A Point In Lackluster OT Loss To Senators

PHILADELPHIA – If the Flyers needed anything else to think about over their 19 day break, tonight’s effort should be at the top of the list. For what has become an usual habit of theirs of late, the Flyers once again were not ready for puck drop.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / February 5

3 Positives for the Flyers Amid Michkov-Tocchet Fiasco

The Philadelphia Flyers have become a national story, but for all the wrong reasons. Head coach Rick Tocchet again ostracized winger Matvei Michkov for his conditioning at training camp.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 4

Flyers, Senators battle to enter Olympic break on high note

As a three-week Olympic break looms, the Philadelphia Flyers and visiting Ottawa Senators will be hungry for a win when the teams face off Thursday. With a victory, Philadelphia would head into the break with back-to-back wins following a stretch of 11 losses in 13 games.

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 4

Flyers GM Danny Briere breaks silence on Tocchet-Matvei Michkov drama

It has been a disappointing season for the Philadelphia Flyers. They are currently outside of a playoff position, and some players have not met expectations as well.

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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

Philadelphia Flyers News / Field Level Media / February 3

Jamie Drysdale fires clincher as Flyers defeat Capitals

Jamie Drysdale scored a power-play goal with 5:23 remaining as the Philadelphia Flyers topped the visiting Washington Capitals 4-2 on Tuesday. Dan Vladar (26 saves) authored a terrific performance to help Philadelphia snap a four-game losing streak.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Yardbarker / February 3

Flyers GM makes Matvei Michkov statement amid Rick Tocchet saga

Flyers GM doubles down on commitment to Matvei Michkov amid Rick Tocchet saga

If the Philadelphia Flyers rebuild is going to be a success, it is going to require Matvei Michkov, their top young player, to become a star-level player.

Connor McDavid shows winning desire with Players' Tribune letter

Maple Leafs skate past Oilers 5-2 for third straight win

Matthew Tkachuk issues a warning to the Panthers after injury news

Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini wanted to throw it down on center ice

Artemi Panarin would waive to join Oilers as rental in Cup chase

Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / February 3

What’s next for the Flyers and Matvei Michkov?

It hasn’t been a great season for Philadelphia Flyers sophomore forward Matvei Michkov. After a 63-point rookie campaign, Michkov has struggled all season long with just 28 points. Much has been made of his relationship with head coach Rick Tocchet, as the bench boss has used Michkov sparingly on the ice.

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Rumors / February 3

NHL Rumors: Artemi Panarin, Philadelphia Flyers, and A Change of Scenery

NHL Rumour Report: Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts: “The number I was hearing, and a few teams backed me on this, was $50 million, that was what Panarin

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers In On Top Trade Candidate

It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word On Hockey. The Philadelphia Flyers have longed for high-end talent. While many options in the upcoming free agent class have dried up, one name in that group is already on the market at this season’s trade deadline.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Flyers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Playoff Odds, Deadline Approach, and More

The Philadelphia Flyers went 0–3–1 last week, essentially destroying any hopes of making the playoffs. Let’s take a look at the team’s key storylines for the week ahead.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Flyers Admit Big 2026 Free Agency Plans Foiled By Early Signings

Philadelphia Flyers President of Hockey Operations, Keith Jones, recently said in an interview that some of the targets the Flyers planned to pursue in 2026 have been signed and are no longer available.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 1

1 trade Flyers must make before NHL Olympic break

The Philadelphia Flyers were making quite a bit of progress through the first three months of the season. After failing to make the playoffs during the last five seasons, head coach Rick Tocchet had his team in a position to challenge for one of the top three positions in the Metropolitan Division or an Eastern Conference Wild Card Slot.

Christian Dvorak News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Flyers News & Rumors: Brière Playing with Fire, Untimely Dvorak Extension, & More

The Philadelphia Flyers are free-falling. They’ve dropped 11 of their past 13 games, putting themselves well outside the playoff picture for now. In this

Aleksei Kolosov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 1

Flyers Reassign Aleksei Kolosov

2/1/26: The Flyers announced today that Kolosov has been reassigned to AHL Lehigh Valley. The transaction indicates that Ersson is likely going to be able to dress for the Flyers’ game on Tuesday against the Washington Capitals.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Flyers Floundering in Familiar Second Half Skid

The Philadelphia Flyers have looked like a team needing a break for a while now. The good news is that they’re about to get one, with only two games remaining before the Milan Olympics result in a 20-day gap between contests.

Travis Konecny News / NHL Trade Talk / January 30

Travis Konecny’s Playoff Comments One to Watch as Flyers Slide

Travis Konecny has played in just 22 playoff games throughout his 10-year NHL career — and hasn’t appeared in the postseason since 2019–20 — and it sounds like that’s starting to take a toll.

Samuel Ersson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 30

Flyers Could Explore Trade Options For Samuel Ersson

At one point this season, it looked as though the Philadelphia Flyers might be buyers, not sellers, in the lead-up to the 2026 NHL trade deadline. First-year head coach Rick Tocchet had the club primed to make a run to the playoffs, a clear step forward in the team’s retooling process.

Pavel Zacha News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Bruins' Pavel Zacha leaves game with upper-body injury

Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha left Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers with an upper-body injury midway through the second period and did not return.

Hurricanes pull off historic comeback win against Mammoth

Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

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Samuel Ersson News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Flyers’ Samuel Ersson leaves game with lower-body injury

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson left Thursday’s game against the Boston Bruins after the second period with a lower-body injury. Dan Vladar replaced Ersson between the pipes for the Flyers to begin the third period at TD Garden.

Dan Vladar News / Field Level Media / January 28

Flyers G Dan Vladar activated from IR, set to start vs. Blue Jackets

The Philadelphia Flyers activated starting goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve on Wednesday after a two-week stint. He's set to start in net for Wednesday's game against the host Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia coach Rick Tocchet told reporters.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / January 27

Flyers' Rookie Finds Ways to Gain Advantage Before Battles Start

Denver Barkey knows he will never overpower NHL defensemen. At 5-foot-10 and 175 pounds, the Flyers rookie accepts that reality and has built his game around a different approach.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Professor Press Box / January 26

By the Numbers: Back-to-Back Glory—How the Philadelphia Flyers Changed the NHL Map Forever in ’75

From the 1967 expansion until 1973, the Stanley Cup remained the exclusive property of the "Original Six" powerhouses. That tradition finally shattered in 1974 when the Philadelphia Flyers hoisted the trophy.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Professor Press Box / January 24

Between the Pipes: The Man Behind the Mask—When the Philadelphia Flyers Had a Wall Named Bernie Parent

The hockey world felt a little quieter on September 21, 2025, with the news that Bernie Parent had passed away at the age of 80. To those outside of Pennsylvania, he was a Hall of Fame goalie, but to the Philadelphia faithful, he was something closer to a guardian saint.