Philadelphia Flyers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Flyers News & Rumors: Memorial Cup, Konecny, & World Championships

In this edition of our Philadelphia Flyers news and rumors report, we take a look at some members of the Orange and Black who are still participating in the Memorial Cup, examine some rumors on Travis Konecny‘s next contract, and take look at the Flyers that performed in the 2024 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championship.

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3 NHL Offseason Rumors Flyers Could Be Involved In

The 2024 NHL Draft is just about one month away, and shortly after that, NHL free agency will open on July 1. For the rebuilding Philadelphia Flyers, this is undoubtedly the most important time of year.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / 20 hours ago

Flyers’ Goalie Depth Bodes Well for Their Future Between the Pipes

Of any position group, it’s ironic that goaltending might genuinely be the biggest future strength of the Philadelphia Flyers. But how can that be the case if they don’t have one of the most highly regarded goaltending prospects in the NHL anywhere in their system?

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / 21 hours ago

Only Bronze? Full Review of Flyers at 2024 World Championships

The 2024 IIHF Men’s World Championships is officially in the books as the hosts, Czechia, emphatically concluded their campaign on home ice with a 2-0 win over Switzerland to win the gold medal on Sunday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

Flyers’ Path to Trading Up in the 2024 NHL Draft

The 2024 NHL Draft continues to inch closer and closer, starting on June 28. The Philadelphia Flyers hold the 12th overall pick in a top-heavy class that could be a significant help to their rebuild.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

Flyers’ Buyout Candidates for 2024 Offseason

There are a lot of weapons at the disposal of NHL general managers during the offseason. There are trades to be made, both big and small. Hundreds of players will hit unrestricted free agency on July 1, ranging from star scorers like Steven Stamkos and Sam Reinhart to valuable depth pieces (and less valuable ones susceptible to being overpaid).

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / May 25

Flyers’ Sam Ersson, Sweden to Compete for Bronze Medal

Joel Farabee and his Team USA have already been eliminated from the IIHF Men’s World Championships, placing fifth at the tournament, but the Philadelphia Flyers still have another representative in the running for a medal.

Travis Konecny News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

Flyers Cannot Give Travis Konecny a Long-Term Extension

The Philadelphia Flyers have a massive decision looming this offseason. 27-year-old winger Travis Konecny is eligible for an extension starting July 1, and it could be a big one.

Matvei Michkov News / Philly Hockey Now / May 25

Matvei Michkov Acknowledges Flyers Rumors: ‘I try not to be distracted’

SKA St. Petersburg head coach Roman Rotenberg had a chance to deny the rumors, and Philadelphia Flyers prospect Matvei Michkov had a chance to deny the rumors.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / May 24

One Lesson Flyers Can Take from Each Remaining Playoff Team

After coming so close to qualifying for the Stanley Cup playoffs and ending up falling just short in the end, the Philadelphia Flyers are, regrettably, watching what has turned out to be quite an exciting postseason from home.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 24

Offseason checklist for the Philadelphia Flyers

It was a season of extremes for the Flyers. Now, they must figure out how to keep the forward momentum in the rebuild.

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Sean Couturier News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Assessing Sean Couturier’s Future with the Flyers

Sean Couturier‘s situation with the Philadelphia Flyers is definitely something to monitor. 31 years of age and under contract through the 2029-30 season with a no-movement clause, he can essentially force himself to stay in Philadelphia for the rest of his career unless he is bought out.

Matvei Michkov News / Philly Hockey Now / May 24

Flyers Will Benefit Greatly if Michkov Arrives Early, But…

If dynamic winger/center Matvei Michkov does indeed come to the Philadelphia Flyers for the 2024-25 season, do not expect him to turn the team into an instant Stanley Cup contender.

Joel Farabee News / Philly Hockey Now / May 23

Joel Farabee, Team USA Eliminated; More Struggles for Flyers Forward

After a dreadful, unproductive end to the 2023-24 season for Philadelphia Flyers forward Joel Farabee, it was generally considered a good thing that the 24-year-old would have the opportunity to play more hockey and back into a groove, featuring for Team USA at the Men’s IIHF World Championships in Czechia this month.

Sheldon Keefe News / Philly Hockey Now / May 23

How Flyers Have Fared Against Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe

The New Jersey Devils officially announced the hiring of new head coach Sheldon Keefe on Thursday, which means the Philadelphia Flyers have a new shot-caller to go toe-to-toe with in the Metropolitan Division every year.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / May 23

NHL Rumors: Cal Petersen, Matvei Michkov, and Martin Necas

Anthony Di Marco: The Philadelphia Flyers could be leaning towards buying out the last year of Cal Petersen’s contract. ** Numbers from CapFriendly Dylan H.

NHL News / Philly Hockey Now / May 23

Former Flyers Forward Wins Jack Adams Award

For the first time in his career, former Philadelphia Flyers forward and Flyers Hall of Famer Rick Tocchet has won a prestigious NHL award; the Vancouver Canucks head coach was named the 2023-24 Jack Adams Award winner on Wednesday night, beating out fellow finalists Andrew Brunette and Rick Bowness for the right to be called the NHL’s best coach.

Joel Farabee News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

3 Flyers Trade Partners for Joel Farabee

The Philadelphia Flyers have a big offseason ahead of them. Amid a rebuild, they will want to decide which players they want to be a part of their major core for the future and which ones to ship off.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / May 22

When Was the Last Time the Philadelphia Flyers Won the Stanley Cup?

With Matvei Michkov potentially on his way to North America from the KHL as early as June, with rumors intensifying this week, the Philadelphia Flyers are making the requisite strides toward re-establishing themselves as Stanley Cup contenders.

Sean Walker News / Philly Hockey Now / May 22

Flyers officially fleeced Avalanche in Sean Walker trade

In his short time with the Avalanche, Walker was good, but not great.

The best Stanley Cup Final games of all time

The '2000-01 Colorado Avalanche' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / May 21

3 Flyers Prospects Playing in the 2024 Memorial Cup

The Philadelphia Flyers have three prospects set to play in the Canadian Hockey League’s (CHL) Memorial Cup, a four-team round-robin format tournament that includes teams from three-member junior-level leagues: the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), Western Hockey League (WHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL).

Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / May 21

What’s next for Matvei Michkov and the Philadelphia Flyers?

Rumblings have come out of Russia that Philadelphia Flyers top prospect Matvei Michkov could be on his way to North America to play in the National Hockey League (NHL) much earlier than anticipated.

Cam York News / The Hockey Writers / May 21

Flyers’ Projections: Cam York’s Offensive Upside

One player who probably deserves to be more recognized as one of the NHL’s promising young players is Cam York of the Philadelphia Flyers. Somewhat quietly, he has put up back-to-back sensational seasons in just his age-22 and age-23 campaigns.

Matvei Michkov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 19