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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.

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Flyers’ David Jiříček Trade Broken Down

The Philadelphia Flyers made an interesting move on the morning of the NHL’s trade deadline. They dealt forward Bobby Brink to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for defensive prospect David Jiříček, who was drafted sixth overall in 2022.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Flyers To Retain Rasmus Ristolainen

The Flyers will not be moving right-shot defender Rasmus Ristolainen in the closing minutes before the trade deadline, Anthony Di Marco of Daily Faceoff reports.

Nicolas Deslauriers News / Field Level Media / March 6

Canes acquire F Nicolas Deslauriers from Flyers

The Carolina Hurricanes acquired rugged forward Nicolas Deslauriers from the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday in exchange for a conditional seventh-round draft pick in 2027.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Hurricanes Acquire Nicolas Deslauriers, Flyers Claim Luke Glendening

The Hurricanes are acquiring winger Nicolas Deslauriers from the Flyers, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. A conditional seventh-round pick in 2027 is headed the other way, per Charlie O’Connor of PHLY Sports.

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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

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Flyers acquire Harrison, Edward from Bruins for Rizzo, Gendron

On NHL Trade Deadline Day, a couple of Eastern Conference rivals have exchanged minor-leaguers. On Friday, the Philadelphia Flyers acquired forward Brett Harrison and defenseman Jackson Edward from the Boston Bruins.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Philadelphia Flyers and Minnesota Wild Do One-For-One Player Swap

Welcome to NHL Trade Deadline morning. Trades are coming fast and furious, and the Philadelphia Flyers and Minnesota Wild have agreed to a trade. Right winger Bobby Brink is headed to Minnesota, while defender David Jiricek is going to Philly.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Wild Acquire Brink From Flyers For Jiricek

The Minnesota Wild have acquired right winger Bobby Brink from the Philadelphia Flyers for defenseman David Jiricek, as per Elliotte Friedman. Brink, a playmaking winger suited for a team’s middle six, will give the Wild some additional offensive punch as they push toward the postseason.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

2 Takeaways From Flyers’ Lethargic 3-0 Loss to Mammoth

The Philadelphia Flyers returned home Thursday night with the trade deadline looming and the faintest hint of optimism. A season-high-tying three-game win streak had the team at least somewhat back on track after a dysmal January, even if their failures then slashed their playoff hopes to the bone.

NHL News / Brotherly Bullies / March 6

Flyers Shut Out By Mammoth, Clock Finally Hits Midnight

PHILADELPHIA – The clock has struck midnight on the Flyers season. Their chances of making the playoffs left as the visiting Utah Mammoth skated out of Philadelphia with a 3-0 win.

Garrett Wilson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Philadelphia Flyers Sign, Waive Garrett Wilson

The Philadelphia Flyers are rewarding the captain of the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms for his years of service. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman shared that the Flyers have signed forward Garrett Wilson to an NHL contract.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Flyers’ dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

It has been a long dry spell for the Philadelphia Flyers. They have failed to make the playoffs in any of the last six seasons, and their postseason appearance in 2020 was the Covid year.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / March 5

NHL Rumors: Scouting NJ-FLA and the Philadelphia Flyers

Jim Biringer: Scouts listed to attend last night’s Devils – Panthers game: Columbus Blue Jackets, Chicago Blackhawks, Anaheim Ducks, Dallas Stars, Carolina Hurricanes, and the New York Islanders.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 4

Flyers bring promising win streak into Mammoth matchup

The Philadelphia Flyers appear to have righted the ship, but a stiff challenge awaits Thursday when the Utah Mammoth come to town. The Flyers have won three games in a row following a 3-9-4 stretch.

Cutter Gauthier News / The Hockey Writers / March 4

Flyers Tried & Failed to Make Cutter Gauthier an Enemy

If you’ve been following the Philadelphia Flyers for any amount of time, you probably know the story by now: Top prospect Cutter Gauthier refused to suit up for the Orange and Black.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 4

Flyers Can Solve Immediate and Long-Term Needs With Panthers Center

The Philadelphia Flyers are a team right on the bubble. After their latest victory, they sit four points shy of the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.

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%.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Forward Generating Interest from Bruins

It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word on Hockey. The Philadelphia Flyers are in a position to sell at the trade deadline, and have several names that are being discussed in rumours.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 3

Flyers’ Ristolainen still in play for trade – but he won’t come cheap

With three days to go until the NHL Trade Deadline, all eyes are on the sellers and whether the buyers will meet the desired asking prices. One of the teams in (at least partial) sell mode: the Philadelphia Flyers, who are fielding calls on 31-year-old defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen.

Owen Tippett News / The Hockey Writers / March 3

Bruins Shouldn’t Spend a Top Prospect on Flyers’ Owen Tippett

Is Owen Tippett the right trade target for the Boston Bruins? Tippett, at the beginning of his career with the Florida Panthers, wasn’t pinned as a breakout candidate in 2021-22.

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.