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Flyers look to continue hot streak vs. sliding Red Wings

With the regular season winding down, the Philadelphia Flyers and Detroit Red Wings are heading in opposite directions. The Flyers look to continue their hot stretch Thursday when they visit the Red Wings, who are scuffling to the finish line.

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Porter Martone has had an excellent start with the Flyers

It’s been a whirlwind season for Porter Martone, the 2025 first-round pick who went straight from the NCAA tournament into the heat of a playoff race for the Philadelphia Flyers.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 7

Hot-starting Flyers blast Devils to boost playoff chances

Trevor Zegras and Tyson Foerster both scored a pair of goals for the Philadelphia Flyers, who strengthened their hold on an Eastern Conference playoff spot by beating the New Jersey Devils 5-1 Tuesday in Newark, N.J.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

How the Flyers’ stretch-run surge could change their offseason plans

Save for perhaps the Montreal Canadiens, there has arguably been no hotter team in the NHL since the Olympic break than the Philadelphia Flyers. Sitting

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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 / Ball Exclusives / April 7

Will the Flyers survive the Metro Division chaos?

btMajor playoff implications lie ahead for the Philadelphia Flyers, with the team holding the last playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division. The Flyers face off against the New Jersey Devils Tuesday night in a Metro Division showdown.

Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / April 7

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov fined $2,000 for embellishment

The NHL has announced that Philadelphia Flyers right winger Matvei Michkov has been fined $2,000 for embellishment. The play in which Michkov was fined for came in the Flyers’ 3-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 24.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 6

Flyers, Devils both focused on reaching playoffs in crowded Metro

The Philadelphia Flyers have picked the right time to get hot. With five games remaining, they sit in a playoff spot and start a three-game road trip Tuesday against the rival New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / April 6

Flyers’ Youth Is Facilitating a Playoff Push

The Philadelphia Flyers are in the midst of a historical turnaround. After entering February with the third-worst record in the Eastern Conference, they find themselves in a playoff spot with five games to go.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / April 6

Flyers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Kids Lead the Way, Playoff Outlook, and More

Before the Olympic break, the Philadelphia Flyers had sub-10% playoff odds, according to Hockey Stats’ model. After dropping 11 of 13 games at one point to fall well out of the running, things seemed bleak.

Porter Martone News / Field Level Media / April 5

Porter Martone's first career goal hands Flyers OT win over Bruins

Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal on a 5-on-3 in overtime, lifting the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the visiting Boston Bruins on Sunday.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 3

Flyers inch near playoff position with dominant win over Islanders

Matvei Michkov had a goal and two assists for the Philadelphia Flyers in a 4-1 win against the New York Islanders on Friday in Elmont, N.Y. Alex Bump and Travis Sanheim each had a goal and an assist for the Flyers (38-26-12, 88 points), who pulled to within a point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.

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Porter Martone News / Breakaway on SI / April 3

Flyers' Porter Martone Named CHN's NCAA Rookie of the Year

With the NCAA men's ice hockey season coming to a close with the upcoming Frozen Four championship in Las Vegas, Nevada, it's also the time of year for various accolades to be given to players.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

NHL Predictions: Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Islanders, April 3

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. 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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 3

Flyers, Islanders in 'must-win' mode amid playoff chase

The Philadelphia Flyers will look to inch closer to a playoff spot when they visit the New York Islanders on Friday in Elmont, N.Y. The Flyers (37-26-12, 86 points) fell 4-2 to the visiting Detroit Red Wings on Thursday, keeping them two points back of the second wild card in the Eastern Conference -- a spot now held by the Ottawa Senators.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / April 3

Flyers Show Fight, Cant Complete Comeback Against Detroit

PHILADELPHIA- The Flyers comeback came close once again, ultimately losing to the Detroit Red Wings 4-2. It may not have been a playoff game, but it certainly sure felt like one.

Tyson Foerster News / Daily Faceoff / April 2

Flyers’ Tyson Foerster to return after 49-game absence

The Philadelphia Flyers are in a fight for their playoff lives, and they are set to get a major boost to their lineup on Thursday night, as Tyson Foerster is set to play for the first time since December 1.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Flyers sign recently acquired defenseman to $3 million contract

The Philadelphia Flyers and defenseman David Jiricek have agreed to a two-year, $3 million contract extension, carrying an annual average value of $1.5 million, the team announced Wednesday.

David Jiricek News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 1

Flyers Sign David Jiricek To Two-Year Extension

The Philadelphia Flyers will keep a Trade Deadline addition around for a few years longer. Defenseman David Jiricek has signed a two-year, $3MM extension with the club per his agent, Allan Walsh.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 31

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin makes more NHL history with another 30-goal season

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is already the NHL's all-time leading goal-scorer, and he keeps adding to his list of personal milestones.

Igor Shesterkin, Jacob Markstrom throw punches during goalie fight

Sabres edge Islanders for franchise's 2,000th victory

Leafs HC Craig Berube breaks silence on his future after Brad Treliving firing

Former Maple Leafs player floated as GM candidate after Treliving firing

Stars make decision on Jim Nill