Philadelphia Flyers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Matvei Michkov is silencing his critics and giving the Flyers hope for a turnaround

Matvei Michkov bore the brunt of the jokes for the Philadelphia Flyers last season. The young Russian forward reportedly arrived at training camp in poor shape, which led to a slow start to the season and a train that couldn't get back on the tracks.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

After dreadful start, Flyers heating up as they visit Sabres

The Philadelphia Flyers suddenly have some momentum heading into Wednesday's road matchup against the Buffalo Sabres. Philadelphia lost its first nine games (0-6-3) before posting a 3-1 home win over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Broad Street Buzz / October 20

How the Flyers can keep the winning momentum going

They said it couldn't be done, but the Philadelphia Flyers won their first game of the season after dropping their first nine games. The Flyers didn't let their losing streak hit double digits, winning their 10th game against the Ottawa Senators at home.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Have the Flyers saved their season with back-to-back wins?

Don’t look now, but the Philadelphia Flyers are… on a hot streak? Well, maybe not quite yet, but the Flyers have won two straight games after going winless over their first nine games of the season.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

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

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Sources: Something ‘has to give’ on trade market with Flyers’ winger logjam

Winning cures all, right? It may not make up for the Philadelphia Flyers‘ 0-6-3 start just yet, but after their second consecutive victory, against the

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Building Block Win Over Avalanche

Nothing about the Philadelphia Flyers’ start to their 2026-27 season has made sense. One of the team’s most familiar and youngest rosters looked completely disjointed in their first nine games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Field Level Media / October 19

Matvei Michkov tallies twice versus Avs as Flyers win second straight

Matvei Michkov scored twice and Trevor Zegras notched three assists as the Philadelphia Flyers nipped the visiting Colorado Avalanche 3-2 on Monday. Joseph Woll made 24 saves for Philadelphia, which played without injured regulars Travis Konecny, Tyson Foerster, Owen Tippett, Cam York and Rasmus Ristolainen.

Owen Tippett News / Daily Faceoff / October 19

Flyers place Owen Tippett on injured reserve

Some roster shuffling in the City of Brotherly Love, as an offensive weapon remains on the shelf. On Monday, the Philadelphia Flyers placed forward Owen Tippett on injured reserve.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 19

Philadelphia Flyers Recall Three Players

As expected, the Philadelphia Flyers have multiple recalls ahead of tonight’s contest against the Colorado Avalanche. According to a team announcement, the Flyers recalled forwards Alex Bump and Cole Knuble from the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 18

Fresh off first win, Flyers will need even better effort against Avalanche

The Philadelphia Flyers finally earned their first victory, but turning it into a winning streak won't be easy. The Flyers hope to generate a bit of momentum Monday when they host Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche.

Cam York News / Daily Faceoff / October 18

Flyers place Cam York on injured reserve

The Philadelphia Flyers announced on social media that defenseman Cam York has been placed on injured reserve retroactive to Oct. 8 with an upper-body injury.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18

Flyers Announce Several Roster Moves

The Philadelphia Flyers are a little banged up after earning their first victory of the 2026-27 campaign. According to a team announcement, the Flyers recalled defenseman Hunter McDonald from the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

Rick Tocchet News / Broad Street Buzz / October 18

The lineup change Rick Tocchet can make to save the Flyers season

The Philadelphia Flyers were inching towards a very embarrassing record if they continued to lose games to start the season. They started the season 0-6-3 and had just three points.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Broad Street Buzz / October 18

3 players who have the potential to boost Flyers' offense

The Flyers' first nine games to start the season all resulted in losses. In just nine games, the Flyers scored 11 goals, while their opponents scored 33 goals against them.

Trevor Zegras News / Broad Street Buzz / October 18

Why it's up to Trevor Zegras to pull the Flyers out of this mess

The Philadelphia Flyers entered this season with plenty of optimism. It is easy to understand why, as they not only made the playoffs last season but also made it to the second round.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Broad Street Buzz / October 17

The Flyers finally remembered how to win a hockey game

It only took 10 games to figure it out, but the Flyers have finally won their first game of the season. They had already set the franchise record for a winless streak to start the season, but they won’t set the NHL record after a 3-1 victory over the Senators.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Field Level Media / October 17

Flyers notch first win of season, Dan Vladar shines in goal vs. Senators

Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone each recorded a goal and an assist as the Philadelphia Flyers notched their first win of the season Saturday with a 3-1 home victory over the Ottawa Senators.

Alex Bump News / Inside The Rink / October 18

AHL Game Recap: Bump Scores Twice to Lead Phantoms Past Thunderbirds in Overtime

The Lehigh Valley Phantoms completed a weekend sweep of the Springfield Thunderbirds on Saturday night, earning a 3-2 overtime victory in Springfield. After winning Friday’s matchup 6-3, the Phantoms extended the Thunderbirds’ losing streak to four games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Flyers Trade Rumours Grow as Briere Stays Patient

The Philadelphia Flyers’ winless start has given rival teams a reason to call. It has not convinced general manager Danny Briere to rush into a trade that could leave the organization paying for its decision long after this season ends.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

What Is Wrong With The Flyers’ Roster Construction?

The Philadelphia Flyers are off to a 0-6-3 start to the season and are in serious trouble just a few weeks into the new year. The Flyers entered training camp with high expectations after a second-round playoff appearance last season, but right now they hardly resemble a playoff team and could be on the brink if they don’t turn things around fast.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Should the Flyers Be Worried About Dan Vladař’s Save Percentage?

After reaching the playoffs and winning a round in 2025-26, the Philadelphia Flyers are off to the most calamitous start in franchise history: a nine-game winless streak to open the 2026-27 campaign.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / October 17

NHL Rumors: Friedman on the Travis Konecny Report

Flyers Puck: (audio clip) Elliotte Friedman on his 32 Thoughts: The Podcast on the Philadelphia Flyers and what has been going on there and Travis Konecny report.

Rick Tocchet News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Rick Tocchet blames Flyers' struggles on 'horny' defensemen

Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet has identified an unexpected culprit behind his team’s winless start.

Flyers close to joining infamous club — and it's familiar territory for Tocchet

Horrified parents watch son fight in NHL debut for Blues

Watch: Patrick Kane tallies most assists by U.S.-born NHL player

Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna benching: 'Probably should've got him out' in third period

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Matvei Michkov News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Michkov Trade Rumours Called 'Laughable' in Latest Update

The Philadelphia Flyers have no intention of trading Matvei Michkov, a new update suggests, pushing back against an unverified video claiming the young forward would be moved within the next 24 hours.

Matvei Michkov News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Michkov’s Instagram Change Doesn’t Mean He’s Been Traded

Trade rumours surrounding Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov have taken a rather absurd turn, with speculation suggesting the 21-year-old has already been traded or could be on his way out of Philadelphia.