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Dan Vladar has been leaned on all season long. The Philadelphia Flyers goalie left Wednesday’s 5-2 loss against the Buffalo Sabres after the first period.

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Struggling Flyers, Penguins resume Keystone State rivalry

The rivalry between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers ranks as one of the most bitter in the NHL. While neither team needs motivation for the latest round in the Keystone State showdown on Thursday in Pittsburgh, both clubs will look to halt a losing streak at the other's expense.

Dan Vladar News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Flyers’ Dan Vladar leaves game against Sabres with injury

It appears the Philadelphia Flyers suffered losses on multiple fronts Wednesday. The Flyers fell to the Buffalo Sabres 5-2, and also saw goaltender Dan Vladar exit the game with an injury.

Jamie Drysdale News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 14

Philadelphia Flyers Activate Jamie Drysdale

The Philadelphia Flyers announced that they’ve activated defenseman Jamie Drysdale from the injured reserve. The transaction was largely expected after the Flyers assigned fellow blue liner Adam Ginning to the AHL yesterday afternoon.

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Jamie Drysdale News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Flyers activate Jamie Drysdale off injured reserve

An important piece is set to return to the lineup. On Wednesday, the Philadelphia Flyers activated defenseman Jamie Drysdale off injured reserve, and he is expected to play in that night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres.

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

NHL Predictions: January 14th Philadelphia Flyers vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word on Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a closer look at the Philadelphia Flyers taking on the Buffalo Sabres.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 13

Flyers aim to halt skid vs. torrid Sabres

The Philadelphia Flyers will look to snap a season high-tying three-game losing streak on Wednesday when they visit the Buffalo Sabres. The Flyers had won five of seven games before dropping three in a row (0-2-1), including getting outscored 12-3 by the Tampa Bay Lightning en route to being unceremoniously swept in a two-game home set.

Adam Ginning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 13

Philadelphia Flyers Reassign Adam Ginning

According to a team announcement, the Philadelphia Flyers have reassigned defenseman Adam Ginning to the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The transaction reduces the Flyers’ active roster to 22 players.

Samuel Ersson News / Daily Faceoff / January 13

Sources: Flyers considering alternatives to replace goaltender Samuel Ersson

It has been 24 months now that Samuel Ersson has struggled mightily in net for the Philadelphia Flyers. With an .858 save percentage and a 3.33 goals against average, Ersson has been costing the Flyers games (in big ways) in his recent outings.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / January 13

Flyers’ Criticism of Michkov Is Hypocritical, Self-Destructive & Wrong

The Philadelphia Flyers entered 2025–26 with minimal expectations, yet have been competitive all season long. Their 22–14–8 record has had them in a playoff spot for most of the campaign, even if they have been slipping a bit recently (three-game losing streak).

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 13

Flyers' Offense Goes Quiet in Loss to Lightning

The Philadelphia Flyers, with a depleted and injury-riddled squad, fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning for the second straight game. Tampa defeated Philadelphia 5-1 after a 7-2 victory just two days prior.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 12

NHL Predictions: January 12th the Tampa Bay Lightning vs the Philadelphia Flyers

Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Discussing Extension with Top Forward

It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours. As the 2025-26 season progresses, and teams take more action to secure players long-term, one team that has already been active is the Philadelphia Flyers.

Samuel Ersson News / The Hockey Writers / January 11

Flyers News & Rumors: First Big Test, Ersson’s Bronx Cheers, & More

The Philadelphia Flyers are still in a playoff spot 43 games in, but they’re hanging on by a thread. In this edition of Flyers News & Rumors, we’ll look at the team’s big test ahead, goaltender Samuel Ersson‘s Bronx cheers, and an updated prospect ranking.

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Jamie Drysdale News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9

Flyers Place Jamie Drysdale On Injured Reserve

The Flyers placed defenseman Jamie Drysdale on injured reserve today, per Jackie Spiegel of the Philadelphia Inquirer. With six healthy defensemen still on the active roster and a two-game homestand upcoming, there’s no immediate need to fill his roster spot.

Jamie Drysdale News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Flyers place Jamie Drysdale on injured reserve

Concerning news for one of the top young blueliners in the game. On Friday, the Philadelphia Flyers placed defenseman Jamie Drysdale on injured reserve.

Christian Dvorak News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Flyers’ Dvorak Must Excel in Little Things to Justify New Deal

There was a lot to take in at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Tuesday night when the Philadelphia Flyers hosted the Anaheim Ducks. There was the unwelcome presence of Cutter Gauthier, which drew groans after he opened the scoring early in the first period, but then raucous jeers when the game’s tenor changed.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Flyers’ Top 10 Prospects: Post-2026 World Junior Championship Edition

The 2026 World Junior Championship (WJC) has met its conclusion. With six Philadelphia Flyers prospects participating, eyes were all over their guys. In this edition of Flyers’ Top 10 Prospects, we’ll look at how these players’ stocks—as well as the others in the system—have risen and fallen in the last month and change.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7

Trevor Zegras did not hold back about playing against the Ducks

Trevor Zegras had a night to savor. Zegras put on a show in his first meeting with the Anaheim Ducks since getting traded to the Philadelphia Flyers last offseason.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Flyers making key defenseman available for trade

The Philadelphia Flyers are surprisingly in win-now mode in Rick Tocchet’s first year as head coach. The expectation was that it’d still be another year of rebuilding before they really competed.

Christian Dvorak News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Christian Dvorak, Flyers contract grades after $25.75 million extension

The Philadelphia Flyers are in the midst of a solid season. The team has missed the playoffs each of the last five campaigns, but are currently holding the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.

Trevor Zegras News / NHL Trade Talk / January 6

A New Deal For Flyers Has Fans Watching Trevor Zegras Closely

A recent signing by the Philadelphia Flyers may have tipped their hand on imminent plans for star forward Trevor Zegras. Christian Dvorak’s contract extension wasn’t a huge suprise, but the terms of the deal might have been a tad alarming.

Christian Dvorak News / NHL Trade Talk / January 6

Early Reaction to Flyers Giving Dvorak a 5-Year Extension

One fan wrote, “I’m probably Dvorak’s biggest fan on here. Five years is unacceptable and unnecessary. Now everyone will hate Dvorak. He won’t be able to live up to it, and his confidence will be shattered.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / January 3

Flyers Seek to End Road Trip on Positive Note

As the Philadelphia Flyers wrap up their road trip with a stop in Edmonton, the final game carries extra weight. After a 5–1 loss in Calgary earlier in the week, the Flyers have a chance to steady themselves before heading home, sitting just one point ahead of the Edmonton Oilers in the standings.

Egor Zamula News / NHL Trade Talk / December 29

Flyers May Be Nearing a Decision on Egor Zamula

The Philadelphia Flyers may be approaching a quiet but notable roster shakeup on the blue line, with Egor Zamula’s future in the organization increasingly uncertain.