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Flyers Recall Aleksei Kolosov And Adam Ginning

The Flyers continue to shuffle their roster around to ensure that they have ample bodies for practice before games resume next week. The team announced (Twitter link) that they have recalled goaltender Aleksei Kolosov and defenseman Adam Ginning from AHL Lehigh Valley.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 20

1 player Flyers must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Flyers are near the bottom of the Eastern Conference at this time. Philadelphia had some hope that new head coach Rick Tocchet could help them become postseason contenders sooner rather than later.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / February 18

3 Flyers Who Could Be Traded in the 2026 Offseason

General manager Daniel Brière and the Philadelphia Flyers will have some trading to do this summer. The young players in the organization are starting to blossom, which may bump the veterans too far down in the lineup.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 18

Flyers Recall Oliver Bonk, Hunter McDonald

The Flyers have recalled defensemen Oliver Bonk and Hunter McDonald from AHL Lehigh Valley as expected, per a team announcement. They’ll get some practice reps in while Travis Sanheim and Rasmus Ristolainen are still representing their countries at the Olympics.

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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

Carson Bjarnason News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 17

Flyers Recall Carson Bjarnason

The Flyers announced they’ve recalled goaltender Carson Bjarnason from AHL Lehigh Valley. He’ll complement Samuel Ersson in practice for the next few days until Team Czechia’s time at the Winter Olympics is over, allowing Daniel Vladař to return to Philadelphia.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 16

NHL Rumors: Looking at trade tiers for Philadelphia Flyers; potential blue line options for Buffalo Sabres

Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: A look at the trade tiers for the Philadelphia Flyers at the trade deadline if they become sellers. Likeliest to get traded,

Denver Barkey News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Flyers’ Denver Barkey Is Developing Like a First-Round Pick

Recently, the Philadelphia Flyers have caught some flak for their drafting. Since 2023, four first-rounders have been used to net Oliver Bonk, Jett Luchanko, and Jack Nesbitt (trade-up involving picks 22 and 31).

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 13

Trade Deadline Primer: Philadelphia Flyers

With the Olympic break upon us, the trade deadline is under a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We continue our look around the league at teams on the playoff bubble, next up: the Flyers.

Chuck Fletcher News / The Hockey Writers / February 13

Flyers’ Daniel Brière Is Falling into the Chuck Fletcher Trap

Chuck Fletcher, who served as the general manager (GM) of the Philadelphia Flyers from 2018 to 2023, might be the most unpopular figure in franchise history.

Ty Murchison News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 6

Flyers’ Ty Murchison Expected To Be Out For Season With Injury

The Philadelphia Flyers will lose a strong call-up option for the rest of the year. Defenseman Ty Murchison, who made his NHL debut in December, has sustained an upper-body injury and isn’t expected to return this season per Lehigh Valley Phantoms broadcaster Bob Rotruck.

Matvei Michkov News / NHL Rumors / February 6

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.

Dan Vladar News / Brotherly Bullies / February 5

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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 / NHL Trade Talk / February 1