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Flyers coach Rick Tocchet drops truth bomb on sweep opportunity vs. Penguins

The Philadelphia Flyers took a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series. This puts the Flyers one game away from sweeping the Penguins out of the playoffs.

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Flyers mascot causes a scene with a bizarre stunt

Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty is having himself quite a postseason. Introduced in 2018, Gritty is loving the playoff atmosphere, which he hasn’t experienced in several years, as the Flyers missed the NHL playoffs for the previous five seasons.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 23

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Electrifying Game 3 Win vs. Penguins

The scene at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday night would’ve been unfathomable a few months ago. The long-standing black seats were transformed to bright orange, draped in t-shirts celebrating a thrilling run that has defied all the odds.

Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Rick Tocchet doesn’t want any credit for Flyers’ Penguins dominance

Rick Tocchet’s position in the Philadelphia Flyers-Pittsburgh Penguins first-round series, considering he has been on both sides of the rivalry as a player.

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How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Dan Vladar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Flyers’ Dan Vladar gets concerning injury update after huge Game 3 win

The Philadelphia Flyers are one win away from sweeping the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Philadelphia has not won a playoff series since 2020.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Flyers fans bring out the brooms after dominant Game 3 win over Penguins

The Philadelphia Flyers are on the brink of advancing to the second round after taking a commanding 3-0 lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Flyers-Penguins rivalry had the potential to create an intriguing first-round matchup, but Philadelphia’s domination has taken some of the juice out of the series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 23

Penguins furious over Sidney Crosby embellishment penalty

Nothing is going right for the Pittsburgh Penguins in their first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia Flyers, and things really reached a meltdown on Wednesday in a 5-2 loss to put them in a 3-0 series deficit.

Flyers push Penguins to brink of shocking sweep with Game 3 win

Desperate Senators hope to capitalize on chances in Game 3

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 23

Travis Konecny’s NSFW Bryan Rust call out after chaotic Flyers-Penguins brawl

The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night to take a commanding 3-0 series lead. Philadelphia is certainly riding high after its victory.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 22

Strong second period carries Flyers past Penguins for 3-0 edge

Trevor Zegras, Rasmus Ristolainen, Nick Seeler and Noah Cates all scored their first career playoff goals to guide the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-2 home victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday and a three-games-to-none series lead.

Trevor Zegras News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Trevor Zegras, Flyers push Penguins to brink of sweep with huge Game 3 win

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing, and the games are living up to the hype. One series, in particular, has brought out a ton of emotion and energy.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 22

Flyers push Penguins to brink of shocking sweep with Game 3 win

The Philadelphia Flyers are in complete control of their first-round playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and thanks to their 5-2 win on Wednesday night, now have a 3-0 series lead.

Penguins furious over Sidney Crosby embellishment penalty

Cutter Gauthier's three-point game sparks Ducks' Game 2 win over Oilers

Desperate Senators hope to capitalize on chances in Game 3

Kings head home in need of turnaround against Avalanche

NHL scores highest ratings in 14 years

Gary Bettman: No plans for NHL to change regular-season points system

Jody Shelley News / The Hockey Writers / April 22

From Penalty Box to Broadcast Booth: The Rise of Jody Shelley as a Top Analyst

Jody Shelley has had one of the more interesting careers of any NHL player. His first game established what was to come in what turned into a 627-game NHL career along with nine postseason games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22

Flyers Recall Five Players

The Philadelphia Flyers have shored up their depth with a series lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Philadelphia has recalled forwards Oscar Eklind and Jacob Gaucher, defensemen Helge Grans and Hunter McDonald, and goaltender Carson Bjarnason to serve as black aces.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 21

Flyers return home in search of 3-0 lead over Penguins

In a first-round playoff series between Pennsylvania rivals, the Philadelphia Flyers threw the first punch -- and the second. Holding a 2-0 edge in the best-of-seven series, the Flyers look to take a commanding lead on the Pittsburgh Penguins when the teams reconvene for Game 3 Wednesday in Philadelphia.

Porter Martone News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Flyers’ Porter Martone Is Nearing a Playoff Milestone

After being underdogs entering their first-round series, the Philadelphia Flyers hold a commanding 2–0 lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins heading back to Xfinity Mobile Arena.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

Penguins continue to look old and slow against Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers got offense from Porter Martone and Dan Vladar stopped all 27 shots he faced to get the shutout in a 3-0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins Monday night, giving the Flyers a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

Flyers’ summer additions paying off in playoffs

Let’s take a poll: who had the Philadelphia Flyers up 2-0 over the Pittsburgh Penguins with two wins on the road? Bueller, Bueller. Well, if you were one

Porter Martone News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

Flyers’ Martone becomes first teenager to score game-winning goals in first two playoff games

The kid is simply on fire. Thanks to another goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of the Metropolitan Division Semifinals, Philadelphia Flyers forward Porter Martone became the first teenager in NHL history to score game-winning goals in each of his first two Stanley Cup Playoff games.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

4 Takeaways From Flyers’ Game 2 Win vs. Penguins

You couldn’t have asked for a better start than this. The Philadelphia Flyers will head back to Xfinity Mobile Arena with a 2–0 series lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins following back-to-back victories on the road.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / April 21

Flyers Sweep In Pittsburgh, Lead 2-0 Coming Home

Dan Vladar’s first career playoff shutout completed the sweep in Pittsburgh as the Flyers take a 2-0 lead in the series. He made 27 saves in the 3-0 win over the Penguins in Game 2.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 20

Porter Martone continues incredible start with second Stanley Cup Playoff goal

Flyers' Porter Martone continues incredible career start with second Stanley Cup Playoff goal

Philadelphia Flyers forward Porter Martone can't legally buy a beer, and at the rate he's going, he'll never have to. Based on his incredible NHL career start, which continued Monday, he'll have a line of people in Philadelphia ready to pick up his tab.

Martone shows playoff stage isn't too big vs. Penguins

Flyers emerge with win over Penguins in opening tussle of playoff series

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 20

Flyers Recall Oliver Bonk, David Jiricek

The Flyers have recalled defense prospects Oliver Bonk and David Jiricek from AHL Lehigh Valley, the team announced Monday. They will be on hand for the remainder of the postseason if needed after Lehigh Valley saw its season come to an end in its regular-season finale against Charlotte on Sunday, failing to qualify for the Calder Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / April 19

Flyers Edge Penguins in Game 1

In the Battle of Pennsylvania at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday, the Penguins lost 3-2 to the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round. Evgeni Malkin ignited the building with a second-period equalizer, and Bryan Rust brought the Pens within one during a chaotic final minute.

NHL News / EasySportz / April 19

Flyers Stun Penguins in Battle of PA

PITTSBURGH — The Philadelphia Flyers didn’t just steal Game 1. They seized it. Philadelphia stunned the Pittsburgh Penguins on the road with a commanding performance that flipped early expectations and immediately shifted pressure in the series.

Oliver Bonk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 14

Flyers Recall Oliver Bonk, Four Others

The Flyers will be resting some talent for tonight’s season finale against the Canadiens after locking up a playoff berth with last night’s win. As such, they announced they’ve called up several reinforcements from AHL Lehigh Valley – including 2023 first-round pick Oliver Bonk, who will be making his NHL debut tonight.