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Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen vocal on ‘exciting’ surge amid playoff race

Rasmus Ristolainen and the Philadelphia Flyers have their eyes set on a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year. Philadelphia had a bit of a rough time of it earlier in the year.

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Flyers stay red-hot with OT win over Stars

Trevor Zegras scored with 1:33 left in overtime to lift the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the visiting Dallas Stars on Sunday. Zegras' fourth career OT goal -- and his first as a member of the Flyers -- was his 23rd tally of the season, tying his career high.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 29

Flyers Deserve Credit for Hanging in Playoff Race

This time in each of the last two years, the Philadelphia Flyers were at their lowest. It was March 27, 2025, when the Flyers fired John Tortorella as head coach after a falling out with Cam York and defeated postgame comments after a 7-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs that dropped the team to 1-10-1 in its last 12 games.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / March 29

Philadelphia Flyers Sign Highly-Touted Prospect

The Philadelphia Flyers are adding one of their highly-touted prospects to the fold. News emerged on Sunday afternoon that forward Porter Martone has signed his entry-level contract.

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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

Porter Martone News / Daily Faceoff / March 29

Flyers sign Porter Martone to entry-level contract

The Philadelphia Flyers announced on Sunday that they have signed top prospect Porter Martone to a three-year, entry-level contract. Martone, who delivered a stellar freshman season at the NCAA level with the Michigan State Spartans, was the team’s selection with the No.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Flyers Sign Porter Martone

12:00 PM: Martone’s signing has been made official, the Flyers announced. The entry-level deal carries the standard three years of term, and he will join the big club immediately.

Porter Martone News / NHL Trade Talk / March 29

Flyers Expected to Sign Top Prospect Porter Martone

We’re officially on Porter Martone watch. Following Michigan State’s overtime loss to Wisconsin, Martone’s NCAA season has come to an end—and all signs now point toward the Philadelphia Flyers closing in on their prized prospect.

Porter Martone News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Flyers To Sign Porter Martone

The Philadelphia Flyers are close to signing top prospect Porter Martone to an entry-level contract, reports Kevin Weekes of ESPN. The signing should happen at some point later today, per Jackie Spiegel of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 28

Flyers gain ground on Red Wings as Owen Tippett gets hat trick

Owen Tippett notched his third career hat trick and fourth career four-point night as the Philadelphia Flyers survived a late scare to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-3 to match their franchise record with eight straight road wins.

Noah Cates News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

Flyers’ Noah Cates Making Strong Case to Be a Selke Trophy Finalist

Due to an unusually strong Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia Flyers will most likely not be seeing playoff hockey this spring. But even as the season winds down, fans still have something to look forward to: Noah Cates is on award watch.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 27

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Blowout 5-1 Win Over Blackhawks

In March, many NHL games fall into two categories. Tuesday’s Philadelphia Flyers game fit the first — a close, hard-fought match between teams fighting for their playoff lives.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 26

Flyers keep playoff hopes alive, thump Blackhawks

Christian Dvorak, Noah Cates and Alex Bump each registered a goal and an assist as the Philadelphia Flyers thumped the visiting Chicago Blackhawks 5-1 on Thursday evening.

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Riley Thompson News / Daily Faceoff / March 26

Flyers sign Riley Thompson to one-year, entry-level contract

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed former Ohio State University forward to a one-year, entry-level contract that’s set to begin in 2026-27. The 23-year-old recently finished his third year of college hockey, scoring 13 goals and 27 points in 37 games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 26

Flyers’ Reliance on Dan Vladař Could Lead to Turmoil in 2026–27

Despite dropping a crucial game to the Columbus Blue Jackets recently, the Philadelphia Flyers have exceeded expectations in the points department. On pace for 94 over a full 82 games, it’s a notable upgrade on the 76 points they achieved last season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 25

Flyers' playoff push in need of a home win vs. Blackhawks

If the Philadelphia Flyers fail to make the playoffs, they can place much of the blame on their home-ice performance. The Flyers hope to post a much-needed home victory Thursday when they take on the Chicago Blackhawks.

Rick Tocchet News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

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No team in the NHL seems to be treading water more than the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Alex Ciernik News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23

Flyers Sign Alex Ciernik To Entry-Level Deal

The Flyers announced this afternoon that they’ve signed winger Alex Ciernik to a three-year, entry-level deal beginning next season. Ciernik, 21, was a fourth-round pick back in 2023 who still had another year before Philly risked losing his signing rights.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 22

Flyers Insider Floats Hypothetical Auston Matthews Trade to Philadelphia

With Auston Matthews’ future as a Toronto Maple Leaf in serious question heading into the offseason, chatter around a potential trade and possible landing spots has inevitably started to pick up across the hockey world.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / March 17

Flyers President Excited for Future Despite Slow Rebuild

The Philadelphia Flyers didn't enter this season with many expectations, and so far, the organization isn't looking as if it will break its five-year playoff drought.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

The Story Behind Ristolainen Not Being Traded by Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers surprised some at the trade deadline by keeping veteran defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen rather than moving him. GM Daniel Briere reportedly set a high asking price—a first-round pick plus a prospect—and while several teams inquired, no offer came in meeting the expected return.