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Flyers Beat Canadiens in Shootout in Back-and-Forth Affair

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. A look at the standings before Tuesday night’s game between the Montreal Canadiens and Philadelphia Flyers at the Bell Centre hinted at a mismatch between the Eastern Conference’s top team in the Habs and the last-place team in the visitors.

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Canadiens finally fall after regulation as Flyers win shootout

Trevor Zegras scored in the first round of the shootout to lift the visiting Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

NHL Rumours: Extension for Philadelphia Flyers Forward

It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re into November, but there’s plenty to discuss with the hot stove. Teams are trying to figure out contract extensions for many of their players.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / November 4

3 Flyers Deserving of More Ice-Time in November

Through a dozen games, the Philadelphia Flyers are understandably figuring things out. A 6-5-1 record is a respectable enough start to the Rick Tocchet era.

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The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / November 4

Are Owen Tippett’s days numbered with the Flyers?

Tied for last in the Eastern Conference with 13 points, the Philadelphia Flyers have seen their offense dry up over the past couple of games. They tallied just three goals total over the weekend in their contests versus the Toronto Maple Leafs and league-worst Calgary Flames.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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.

Tyson Foerster News / Daily Faceoff / November 3

Flyers place Tyson Foerster on injured reserve with lower-body injury

The Philadelphia Flyers have placed forward Tyson Foerster on their injured reserve list as he recovers from a lower-body injury, the club announced Monday afternoon.

Matvei Michkov News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

Flyers’ Daniel Brière Is Sabotaging Matvei Michkov’s Career—And His Job

Across every NHL team’s last 39 games, only Boston Bruins superstar David Pastrňák has more 5-on-5 points than Matvei Michkov (29). Just 20 years old, the Philadelphia Flyers forward is a budding superstar, and the numbers show it.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 3

Five Takeaways From Flyers' Fall to Flames

The Philadelphia Flyers couldn’t find enough offense in a low-event matchup, falling 2–1 to the Calgary Flames at Xfinity Mobile Arena to close out their five-game homestand.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 2

Five Storylines to Follow in Flyers vs. Flames Matchup

Looking to end their homestand on a strong note, the Philadelphia Flyers are hosting the struggling Calgary Flames. Here are five storylines to get you set for puck drop.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 2

Flyers’ Tyson Foerster out, Sean Couturier returns

The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that winger Tyson Foerster will miss Sunday night’s game versus the Calgary Flames with a lower-body injury.

Maple Leafs cruise past Flyers

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The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Flyers News & Rumors: Drysdale’s Independence, Kolosov’s Chance, & More

After Week 4 of their 2025–26 campaign, the Philadelphia Flyers find themselves seventh in Eastern Conference points percentage—on pace for a playoff spot by season’s end.

Trevor Zegras News / Daily Faceoff / November 1

Trevor Zegras is fitting in quite nicely in Philadelphia

Trevor Zegras was a polarizing player with the Anaheim Ducks. Some saw an uber-talented highlight machine, others saw a one-dimensional disappointment.

Samu Tuomaala News / Inside The Rink / November 1

Samu Tuomaala Needed a Fresh Start & Gets One With the Stars

It wasn’t long ago that Samu Tuomaala was an All-Star with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. In his first 118 games at the American Hockey League (AHL) level, he scored 26 goals and had 49 assists.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 31

Flyers recall Jacob Gaucher after injury concern about Sean Couturier

The Flyers announced they’ve recalled forward Jacob Gaucher from the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms and returned defenseman Emil Andrae to Lehigh Valley in a corresponding move.

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The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Trevor Zegras News / Field Level Media / October 31

Invigorated Trevor Zegras leads Flyers into clash with Maple Leafs

Two of the Philadelphia Flyers' additions are paying off handsomely through the first 10 games of the season. The Flyers look to ride Trevor Zegras and Dan Vladar to another victory Saturday when they host the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Trevor Zegras News / The Hockey Writers / October 31

Flyers’ Trevor Zegras Is Having a Career Renaissance

The Philadelphia Flyers were once defined by taking swings on undervalued talent. Then, for about a decade and a half, they stopped. That change in philosophy

Trevor Zegras News / Field Level Media / October 30

Trevor Zegras' 3-point night powers Flyers past Predators

Trevor Zegras notched two goals and an assist, propelling the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 victory over the visiting Nashville Predators on Thursday. Matvei Michkov collected two assists for the Flyers, who improved to 5-1-0 in their past six games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

Flyers’ Sean Couturier exits game against Nashville with injury

Philadelphia Flyers captain and center Sean Couturier exited the team’s game on Thursday night against the Nashville Predators with an injury. The veteran forward did not come out for the second period of the game, and the team later announced that he would not return.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 28

Penguins-Flyers rivalry still going strong as OT ends in mayhem

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers share a state, and also one of the NHL's fiercest rivalries. It is still going strong even though neither team has had much success over the past couple of years.

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby becomes ninth player to reach 1,700 points

Fan falls from upper level of PPG Paints Arena at Penguins game

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / October 27

Flyers Return Top Prospect to Junior Team

The Philadelphia Flyers have reassigned forward Jett Luchanko to his junior club following a brief early-season stint in the NHL. The move comes after the young forward appeared in just four games for the Flyers to start the 2025–26 campaign, mirroring the same short look he received a year ago.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Flyers Linked to 2 Western Conference Defensemen in Latest Trade Report

The Philadelphia Flyers started the 2025-26 NHL season with mixed results, with a record of 3-3-1. Rick Tocchet's team lost 1-2 to the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre.

Owen Tippett News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Insider Pours Cold Water on Owen Tippett Trade Rumors

Recent chatter linking Owen Tippett to trade discussions appears to have been overblown, according to insider Elliotte Friedman. Speaking on Morning Cuppa Hockey, Friedman said he doesn’t believe the Philadelphia Flyers are looking to move the 25-year-old winger despite recent trade speculation.

Owen Tippett News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Flyers Could Enter Trade Talks on Owen Tippett if Interest Picks Up

The Philadelphia Flyers could be open to exploring trade options for forward Owen Tippett, according to insider David Pagnotta. Appearing on the DFO Rundown show, Pagnotta admitted that nothing is imminent, but he suggested that the Flyers might start listening if other NHL teams begin poking around.