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Flyers’ Owen Tippett out for Game 2 vs. Hurricanes, but return is near

The Philadelphia Flyers are scheduled to take on the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 on Monday after suffering a 3-0 Game 1 loss to begin the series. Unfortunately, Philly will have to play the second game of the series without right wing Owen Tippett.

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Flyers mulling lineup change for Game 2 vs. Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers were unable to get a single goal past Carolina Hurricanes netminder Frederik Andersen in Game 1 of their second-round series, and that will need to change if they hope to wrestle back home-ice advantage at Lenovo Center on Monday night.

Denver Barkey News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3

What Flyers’ Denver Barkey was preaching before Game 1 loss to Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers got trounced in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Carolina won, 3-0, and dominated starting in the first period.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 3

Hurricanes aim to continue dominance in Game 2 vs. Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers know they must be at their best in Game 2 on Monday in Raleigh, N.C. to have any hope of evening their playoff series with the Carolina Hurricanes.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3

Flyers’ Rick Tocchet understands how to beat Hurricanes despite Game 1 loss

The Philadelphia Flyers lost Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Carolina knocked off the Flyers, 3-0.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / May 3

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Decisive Game 1 Loss to Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers, effectively the bottom seed in the Eastern Conference, were clear underdogs against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of their second-round series.

Rick Tocchet News / ESPN / May 3

Tocchet: Flyers not 'mentally prepared' for Game 1...

After defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins in Round 1 earlier this week, Philadelphia Flyers coach Rick Tocchet said his team wasn't "mentally prepared" in its Game 1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, adding that "we just didn't make any plays."

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2

Canes keep rolling, blank Flyers to open semifinal series

Logan Stankoven scored twice and goaltender Frederik Andersen collected his second shutout of this year's playoffs as the host Carolina Hurricanes opened their playoff series against the Philadelphia Flyers with a 3-0 victory on Saturday in Raleigh, N.C.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 2

Logan Stankoven extends goal streak in win over Flyers

Hurricanes' Logan Stankoven makes history by extending goal streak in win over Flyers

A big reason why the Carolina Hurricanes have yet to lose a game throughout this postseason, Logan Stankoven extended his goal streak on Saturday night.

Everything might finally be lining up for the Hurricanes

Andrei Vasilevskiy sends Lightning to Game 7 with dominant performance

Evenly-matched Canadiens, Lightning meet in deciding Game 7

Sabres continue historic season with first playoff series win in 19 years

Sabres might be Buffalo's best chance to snap championship drought

Wild D Jonas Brodin out for Game 1, F Joel Eriksson Ek also ailing

Owen Tippett News / Daily Faceoff / May 2

Flyers’ Tippett doubtful for Game 1 against Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers could be without one of their key forwards for Game 1 of their second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday

Dan Vladar News / Field Level Media / May 1

Daniel Vladar, Flyers confident against East-best Canes as second round begins

The Philadelphia Flyers pulled off their first postseason upset since 2012 when they knocked the Pittsburgh Penguins out of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

4 Keys to Flyers Success in 2nd-Round Series vs. Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers closed out their first-round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins with a thrilling overtime win on home ice. In the second round, they enter as huge underdogs against the Eastern Conference’s No.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Can Flyers continue their surprising run with upset of Hurricanes?

The Philadelphia Flyers have been counted out all season. So how should they be able to beat the Carolina Hurricanes?

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Dan Vladar steals Game 6 to send Flyers to second round

Cam York's overtime winner helps Flyers eliminate Penguins in G6

Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Pat McAfee accepts Flyers’ head coach Rick Tocchet’s wild Stanley Cup bet

Pittsburgh Penguins fan Pat McAfee had some fun at his own expense on Thursday afternoon, welcoming Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet to his show.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 30

Rick Tocchet Compares Flyers Forward’s Speed to Connor McDavid

Vibes are high in Philadelphia after the Flyers finished off their bitter rival, the Pittsburgh Penguins, with a 1–0 overtime win in Game 6 on Wednesday night.

Dan Vladar News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Dan Vladar dominated to get Flyers to Round 2

It’s not always sunny in Philadelphia, but the Flyers shined brightest in Game 6 with a 1-0 overtime victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins Wednesday night, winning their first-round series and advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020.

Cam York News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Cam York on stick throw celebration: ‘I don’t want a lawsuit’

The roof at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday night was barely hanging on, and a lot of people had the chance to hang on to some history. In Game 6 of

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 30

Evgeni Malkin's future takes center stage for Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins did not go away without a fight, but it is a long way back from a 3-0 series deficit, and they simply ran out of magic in their 1-0 Game 6 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night.

Dan Vladar steals Game 6 to send Flyers to second round

Canadiens overcome blown leads vs. Lightning to steal Game 5

David Pastrnak saves Bruins from elimination with overtime winner in Game 5 against Sabres

'It's become a distraction': Senators' Brady Tkachuk growing sick of trade rumors

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

What Is Michkov’s Future in Philadelphia and Under Rick Tocchet?

The decision by Rick Tocchet to scratch Matvei Michkov in Game 5 has quickly become one of the biggest talking points of the Philadelphia Flyers’ playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins—and it raises real questions about Michkov’s role moving forward.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / April 28

Another Bad Bounce Costs Flyers, On To Game 6

The Penguins extended the series and sent it back to Philadelphia after beating the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5. For the third straight game, the Flyers fell behind in the first period.

Matvei Michkov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26

Flyers Expected To Scratch Matvei Michkov In Game 5

While the Philadelphia Flyers had a successful regular season and playoffs, it has not been a good year for Matvei Michkov. According to Charlie O’Connor of PHLY Sports, Michkov was practicing on the Flyers’ fifth forward unit this morning, meaning he’ll likely be in the press box for Game 5.

Porter Martone News / NHL Trade Talk / April 24

Nobody Saw This Flyers’ Rookie Sensation Dominating the Playoffs

The Stanley Cup Playoffs often bring out the best in players and are widely regarded as the highest level of hockey all season. This postseason has been no exception, with Porter Martone bursting onto the scene early in his NHL career.

Dan Vladar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23

Flyers’ Dan Vladar Questionable For Game 4

Philadelphia Flyers starting goaltender Dan Vladar‘s status is in question for game four against the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Rick Tocchet told the media today.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

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.

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.