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Flyers' Trade Deadline Direction Hinges On Next Few Games

WASHINGTON DC – With the NHL trade deadline just 12 days away, the Philadelphia Flyers direction is still to be decided. As the Flyers return from their Olympic break tonight in Washington, their direction at the deadline could hinge on the next few games.

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NHL Predictions: February 25th Philadelphia Flyers vs Washington Capitals

Welcome 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 look at the Philadelphia Flyers facing off against the Washington Capitals.

Matvei Michkov News / The Hockey Writers / February 24

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Admits He Prefers to Play on the Right Wing

Perhaps the biggest storyline from the Philadelphia Flyers‘ 2025–26 season has been their handling of 21-year-old forward Matvei Michkov. After leading the team in goals and putting up 63 points as a rookie, his usage has caved under new head coach Rick Tocchet.

NHL News / Brotherly Bullies / February 24

Flyers Looking For Role Model To Mentor Matvei Michkov

The Philadelphia Flyers know what they have in Matvei Michkov. Even in the midst of his sophomore struggles, there is no doubt in the front office that he is still destined to be a star in the NHL.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / February 23

Flyers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Olympic Recap, Prospects Return, and More

The Philadelphia Flyers return to action this week after a hiatus due to the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here is the schedule and storylines for the week ahead.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / February 23

Dos & Don’ts for a Flyers’ Rumored Rasmus Ristolainen Trade

Entering the Olympic break, the Philadelphia Flyers were expected to be relatively quiet at the trade deadline. But with Rasmus Ristolainen putting on a show for Team Finland, some real chatter has begun.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 23

Sources: half a dozen teams interested in Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen

With the 2026 Winter Olympics behind us and Team USA revelling in their first gold medal in 46 years, it is time to get back to the NHL. There are not

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 21

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 / 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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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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.