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Friedman believes Weekes didn't make up the report on Michkov

Friedman believes Weekes didn't make up the report on Michkov

The Philadelphia Flyers have had a terrible first quarter of the 2026-27 season, and after how things have gone over the last week, it feels like things can't get much worse.

Matvei Michkov News / Athlon Sports / November 12
Matvei Michkov Trade ‘Thesis’ Emerges Amid Flyers Saga

Matvei Michkov Trade ‘Thesis’ Emerges Amid Flyers Saga

Philadelphia Flyers star Matvei Michkov has spent the week at the center of trade speculation. However, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman believes Flyers general manager Danny Briere will take the exact opposite approach.

NHL News / Broad Street Buzz / November 12
Are the Flyers the new Red Wings?

Are the Flyers the new Red Wings?

If you were a hockey fan from the mid-1990s to about 2010, two of the most consistently dominant teams in the NHL were the Detroit Red Wings and the Philadelphia Flyers.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Nick Seeler News / Broad Street Buzz / November 12
Maybe Seeler was right about Michkov after all

Maybe Seeler was right about Michkov after all

The "Michkov Controversy" is pretty much consuming every Flyers fan's mind right now. And here's the thing: is there a controversy? Daniel Briere has said there has been nothing said to him or the rest of the Flyers Administration.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Cutter Gauthier News / Broad Street Buzz / November 12
Cutter Gauthier is about to pass Rick Tochett's impressive record, and Flyers fans could care less

Cutter Gauthier is about to pass Rick Tochett's impressive record, and Flyers fans could care less

The Philadelphia Flyers took Cutter Gauthier with the fifth-overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. It’s one of the few absolute slam-dunk picks by the Flyers organization in the 21st century.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 12
Desperation Deadline Trade Pitch Between Flyers and Oilers Not Likely

Desperation Deadline Trade Pitch Between Flyers and Oilers Not Likely

With the speculation surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers, there will be plenty of trade chatter and scenarios tossed around. The Flyers are struggling.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 12
Blackhawks Need to Take a Run at Matvei Michkov

Blackhawks Need to Take a Run at Matvei Michkov

It was recently reported by Kevin Weekes that Philadelphia Flyers’ young star Matvei Michkov has requested a trade out of Philadelphia. While the reporting has been disputed by others like ESPN’s Emily Kaplan, I still believe that where there’s smoke there’s fire, and the Chicago Blackhawks need to be in on this opportunity.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 12
Best Matvei Michkov landing spots amid growing trade buzz

Best Matvei Michkov landing spots amid growing trade buzz

The Philadelphia Flyers are off to a rough start in the 2026-27 campaign. Philadelphia has sunk to a 5-10-5 record in the early going. Though they are coming off a win, there seems to be a lack of positivity in the City of Brotherly Love.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Flyers GM Briere: Michkov, agent never requested trade

Flyers GM Briere: Michkov, agent never requested trade

Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Briere denied a report about forward Matvei Michkov’s alleged desire to leave the city of brotherly love during a news conference Wednesday.

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Matvei Michkov News / Trade Talk Sports / November 11
Is Matvei Michkov’s Flyers Drama About More Than a Trade?

Is Matvei Michkov’s Flyers Drama About More Than a Trade?

If you’re a Philadelphia Flyers fan, it’s probably getting harder to watch Matvei Michkov without wondering what’s going on behind the scenes. One night there’s a heated exchange on the bench with teammate Nick Seeler.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Broad Street Buzz / November 11
Flyers getting ready to take on Oilers amidst trade rumors

Flyers getting ready to take on Oilers amidst trade rumors

While this might not be the biggest piece of news surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers this week, they are, in fact, playing a game on Nov. 11. Of course, the bigger piece of news dropped on Nov.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
How can Flyers right the ship on season… and rebuild?

How can Flyers right the ship on season… and rebuild?

Heading into the 2026-27 season, there was a sense of optimism surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers. The team just made the Stanley Cup Playoffs, making it as far as the second round.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 11
Flyers Activate Rasmus Ristolainen

Flyers Activate Rasmus Ristolainen

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen will take a second pass at putting a nagging hand injury behind him. The injury, sustained on October 3rd, originally held Ristolainen out of nine games.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 11
Making sense of the Flyers' Matvei Michkov drama

Making sense of the Flyers' Matvei Michkov drama

Trade requests have become quite popular around the NHL over the past year, with Dylan Larkin, Brady Tkachuk and Connor Hellebuyck all forcing their way off their previous teams.

Flyers GM Daniel Briere says Matvei Michkov's reported trade request is 'all news to me'
Matvei Michkov’s ego playing a bigger role in drama than some might think
Jets fans mercilessly boo 'coward' Connor Hellebuyck in return to Winnipeg
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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Flyers activate Rasmus Ristolainen off injured reserve

Flyers activate Rasmus Ristolainen off injured reserve

The Philadelphia Flyers are welcoming a veteran blueliner back into their lineup, and this time they’re hoping it’s for good. On Wednesday, the Flyers announced that they have activated defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen off of injured reserve.

Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Which teams would be a good fit for Matvei Michkov?

Which teams would be a good fit for Matvei Michkov?

The Philadelphia Flyers may have a big decision to make on their hands. According to a report from ESPN NHL insider Kevin Weekes, young winger Matvei Michkov would like a new start with another team due to frustration with the Flyers’ success at the team level and his role within the organization.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Flyers’ Michkov on bench spat with Seeler: ‘When guys are emotional, this is good’

Flyers’ Michkov on bench spat with Seeler: ‘When guys are emotional, this is good’

Dating back to last season, there’s been no shortage of drama around the Philadelphia Flyers and forward Matvei Michkov, and the last couple days have only heightened that intrigue.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Yardbarker / November 11
Flyers GM says Michkov's reported trade request is 'all news to me'

Flyers GM Daniel Briere says Matvei Michkov's reported trade request is 'all news to me'

Briere said he was unaware of any trade request from Michkov.

Making sense of the Michkov drama
Michkov on spat with Nick Seeler: ‘When guys are emotional, this is good’
Which teams would be a good fit for Michkov?
Nikita Kucherov's trade request has not stopped him from dominating
Blackhawks GM: ‘We’re intent on improving the playing roster’
Jets fans mercilessly boo 'coward' Connor Hellebuyck in return
Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 10
Flyers: Overreaction trade Philadelphia must make amid brutal start to NHL season

Flyers: Overreaction trade Philadelphia must make amid brutal start to NHL season

The Philadelphia Flyers made the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Philadelphia even won a playoff series. It was a remarkable campaign for a franchise that had suffered some brutal outcomes in the last few years.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 10
Flyers notch road win while adding to Canucks' misery

Flyers notch road win while adding to Canucks' misery

Michael Bunting, Travis Konecny and Travis Sanheim scored for the visiting Philadelphia Flyers in a 3-1 win against the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night.

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