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The Philadelphia Flyers have improved their play recently, but all that’s on the mind is one stinker to end the week. In this week-ahead piece, we talk about their heartbreaking loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, prospect David Jiříček‘s impressive performance, and more.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 15

2 Takeaways From Flyers’ 2-1 Shootout Loss to Blue Jackets

The Philadelphia Flyers have been winning more lately, but how they’ve lost has erased much of the positives from the victories they have managed. The team is 6-2-1 in its last nine games, but one of those regulation defeats was an embarrassing home blowout loss to the New York Rangers.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Why the Flyers Didn’t Move Rasmus Ristolainen at the Trade Deadline

Rasmus Ristolainen returned from Milan with a bronze medal, a renewed reputation, and every reason to expect a trade. He had played some of the best hockey of his Philadelphia Flyers tenure, logged big minutes against the best players in the world, and physically dominated on a stage that contending teams watch closely.

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Garrett Wilson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14

Philadelphia Flyers Recall Garrett Wilson

According to a team announcement, the Philadelphia Flyers have recalled veteran forward Garrett Wilson. The Flyers recently elevated Wilson to an NHL contract before the trade deadline.

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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

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 13

Flyers, Blue Jackets collide with wild-card race tightening

Amid some chaotic scheduling, the Philadelphia Flyers return home Saturday to host the Columbus Blue Jackets in a matchup of two teams looking to make a postseason push.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

Flyers’ Michkov & Tippett Are Having Similarly Productive Seasons

Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett recently had another impressive performance. In a system that prioritizes preventing rush chances, his speed and ability to create in transition have been a godsend.

David Jiricek News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

David Jiricek optimistic about Flyers future after trade from Wild

It hasn’t been an easy road for the ex-Minnesota Wild turned Philadelphia Flyers defenseman David Jiricek. The once-top prospect was the sixth overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, but his development hasn’t progressed as he would’ve liked.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

The player not named Rasmus Ristolainen that Flyers shopped ahead of deadline

The Philadelphia Flyers fanbase wasn’t happy with the team’s strategy at the trade deadline. It looked like a perfect opportunity to sell off some pieces, but Daniel Briere sat on his hands for the most part.

Cooper Marody News / Inside The Rink / March 12

Philadelphia Flyers Send AHL Forward to Seattle Kraken

The Philadelphia Flyers are sending forward Cooper Marody to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for future considerations. Marody will report to the Coachella Firebirds.

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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 11

Flyers take down fellow wild-card-contending Capitals

Travis Konecny scored on his 29th birthday and Owen Tippett added a goal and an assist to lift the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-1 victory over the visiting Washington Capitals on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

Flyers’ Only Realistic Path to a 1C Is Trading Konecny & Sanheim

After an underwhelming trade deadline, many people are down on the Philadelphia Flyers‘ rebuild. Their inactivity, combined with poor decision-making, makes the team’s dreams of winning a Stanley Cup someday appear even bleaker.

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Noah Powell News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Flyers sign Noah Powell to three-year entry-level contract

A young winger has inked his first NHL contract. On Wednesday, Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Briere announced that the team has signed forward Noah Powell to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Noah Powell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Flyers Sign Noah Powell To Entry-Level Contract

The Flyers have signed right-winger Noah Powell to his entry-level contract, the team announced. The deal runs for three years and doesn’t begin until next season, taking him from 2026-27 through 2028-29.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / Daily Faceoff / March 10

Why the Flyers held onto Rasmus Ristolainen through Trade Deadline

As the NHL Trade Deadline came and went last Friday, Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen stayed put. After weeks (and months) of Ristolainen

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 9

Flyers’ Travis Konecny, Nick Seeler Return From Injury

Two veteran Philadelphia Flyers players returned from injury-related absences for the team’s game tonight against the Rangers: winger Travis Konecny and defenseman Nick Seeler.

Dan Vladar News / Brotherly Bullies / March 9

'Head Bumps And A Kiss': A Moment Dan Vladar Never Forgets To Do

The goalie position is the one position with the most superstitions that must be done exactly the same before each game. Whether it’s putting on your left skate on before the right skate or wearing the same socks, each goalie has a different routine.

Trevor Zegras News / Field Level Media / March 8

Trevor Zegras lifts Flyers past Penguins in shootout

Trevor Zegras scored the game-winner in the shootout and Dan Vladar made 20 saves and stopped all three shootout attempts to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-3 victory over the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday.

Rasmus Ristolainen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Danny Briere explains why Flyers didn’t ‘dump’ Rasmus Ristolainen

In the weeks leading up to the NHL’s trade deadline, there were several big-name players who were likely be moved by the March 6 date of decision. Perhaps the most prominent name mentioned was Nazem Kadri of the Calgary Flames, and he was traded to the Colorado Avalanche during the final moments on Deadline Day.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 4

NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers, and the top College and European Free Agents

Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: 28-year-old Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has been showing that he might be a No. 1 goalie. He’s posted an 18-9-6 record with a 2.42 GAA and .907 SV%.

Nick Seeler News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

Flyers’ Nick Seeler leaves game with lower-body injury

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Nick Seeler left Monday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs and did not return after sustaining a lower-body injury. Seeler, 32, logged 6:01 of ice time over nine shifts before leaving the game late in the second period.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Yardbarker / February 3

Flyers GM makes Matvei Michkov statement amid Rick Tocchet saga

Flyers GM doubles down on commitment to Matvei Michkov amid Rick Tocchet saga

If the Philadelphia Flyers rebuild is going to be a success, it is going to require Matvei Michkov, their top young player, to become a star-level player.

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Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini wanted to throw it down on center ice

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