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Philadelphia Flyers Recall David Jiricek

The Philadelphia Flyers have recalled defenseman David Jiricek from their AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The move puts the 2022 No. 6 overall pick in a position to potentially make his Flyers debut in one of the team’s final two regular-season games.

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Flyers crush Jets to help playoff standing

Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist as the Philadelphia Flyers moved closer to securing a playoff berth with a 7-1 win over the host Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.

Rick Tocchet News / ESPN / April 11

How Rick Tocchet steered the Flyers back into the playoff race

After facing early criticism, the head coach has been hitting all the right buttons for Philly.

Jack Berglund News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Flyers sign Jack Berglund to three-year, entry-level contract

The Philadelphia Flyers announced Thursday they have signed forward Jack Berglund to a three-year, entry-level contract that will begin in 2026-27. According to a team press release, Berglund will immediately report to the Flyers’ AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

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Jack Berglund News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9

Flyers Sign Jack Berglund To Entry-Level Deal

The Flyers announced Thursday that they’ve signed center prospect Jack Berglund to his entry-level contract. Financial terms were not disclosed. It’s a three-year pact that will begin next season, but he’s signed on with AHL Lehigh Valley on an amateur tryout to finish the 2025-26 campaign in North America.

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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 / Field Level Media / April 8

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.

Porter Martone News / Daily Faceoff / April 8

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.

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

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.

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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.

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.

Tyson Foerster News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2

Flyers To Activate Tyson Foerster From Injured Reserve

The Flyers will activate winger Tyson Foerster from injured reserve before tonight’s game against the Red Wings, the team announced. He underwent arm surgery in mid-December and wasn’t expected to be an option until mid-May, making his return roughly six weeks ahead of schedule.

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.

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.

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Former Maple Leafs player floated as GM candidate after Treliving firing

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