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Grading the Flyers’ 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers made nine selections at the 2025 NHL Draft, with two in the top 12. Here, I’ll break down and grade every pick. Physical attributes:

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Flyers, Cam York closing in on extension

The Philadelphia Flyers and pending restricted free agent Cam York are closing in on a contract extension, per Ken Kurz of The Athletic. Kurz adds that he doesn’t believe the Flyers are worried at all about York being an offer sheet candidate.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Flyers’ Porter Martone & Jack Nesbitt Selections Reveal Long-Term Philosophy

The Philadelphia Flyers entered the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft needing talent down the middle. That was no secret. So, why did they use the No. 6 pick in a top-heavy center class on a winger?

Jack Nesbitt News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Spitfires’ NHL Draft Success Continues as Flyers Select Nesbitt

The Windsor Spitfires continue to be a pipeline for high-end NHL talent. During the 2025 NHL Draft this weekend, they saw another veteran get his NHL call.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Flyers Draft Jack Murtagh 40th Overall

With the 40th pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Philadelphia Flyers have selected Jack Murtagh from the US National Team Developmental Program (USNTDP) Juniors.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Flyers select Shane Vansaghi No. 48 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers have selected right winger Shane Vansaghi with the 48th overall selection of the 2025 NHL Draft on Saturday at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Flyers select Jack Murtagh No. 40 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers selected American forward Jack Murtagh with the 40th overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Murtagh spent the 2024-25 season with the United States National Team Development Program, where he racked up 22 goals and 31 assists for 53 points in 56 games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Inside The Rink / June 28

With the 6th and 12th Overall Pick, the Philadelphia Flyers Select…

Following round one of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Philadelphia Flyers selected Porter Martone from the Brampton Steelheads at 6th overall, and Jack Nesbitt at 12th overall after trading their 22nd and 31st overall picks to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / June 27

Flyers, Penguins Swap First-Round Picks

The Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins are not frequent trade partners, but the NHL Draft brings out the most significant swings from an organization.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Flyers select Jack Nesbitt No. 12 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers selected Jack Nesbitt with the 12th overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The pick was moved to the Flyers from the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick

As first reported by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Pittsburgh Penguins have traded the 12th overall pick to the Philadelphia Flyers for the 22nd and 31st overall selections.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 27

Meet Porter Martone, Flyers’ No. 6 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft

The 2025 NHL Draft is rolling along this Friday night. And we have seen one of the top prospects in the class go off the board. Brampton Steelheads star Porter Martone has heard his name called by the Philadelphia Flyers.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Flyers select Porter Martone No. 6 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers selected right winger Porter Martone of the OHL’s Brampton Steelheads with the sixth overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Trevor Zegras News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 27

Trevor Zegras’ first moves after learning of Flyers trade

The Philadelphia Flyers started draft week by making a big trade for Trevor Zegras. After five years with the Anaheim Ducks, Zegras has a change of scenery but some familiar faces.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Bet on Flyers to pursue a left-shot defenseman next

As Philadelphia Flyers GM Danny Briere searches for potential improvements, it seems a left-shot defenseman tops his wish list. It has been well documented to this point, but Buffalo Sabres defender Bowen Byram is a name the Flyers have been tied to.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Flyers Linked to Canucks Goalie Amid Uncertainty in Net

The Philadelphia Flyers’ offseason search for goaltending clarity may be leading them north of the border. With limited options in free agency, Philadelphia has reportedly been linked to the Vancouver Canucks' Arturs Silovs, a 24-year-old netminder who just backstopped AHL Abbotsford to a Calder Cup and earned playoff MVP honors.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / June 27

Should The Flyers Draft a Centre or Winger at Sixth Overall?

The upcoming draft could change the trajectory of the Philadelphia Flyers depending on how they decide to utilize their abundance of high draft picks. It’s a unique situation to be in, they have a lot of options at hand.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Flyers Mock Draft 2.0: Full Seven Rounds

The wait is nearly over. Following a pretty miserable 2024–25 season, the Philadelphia Flyers were rewarded with the sixth-overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, which they will use on June 27.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

3 players Flyers must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Philadelphia Flyers have missed the postseason for a fifth consecutive season. They have already made moves this summer to remedy their drought. The Flyers traded for Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks. There is still work to do and more trades to come if the Flyers want to return to the playoffs in 2025-26.

Trevor Zegras News / Blade of Steel / June 25

Trevor Zegras Breaks Silence After Shocking Flyers Trade, Takes Swipe at Ducks GM

Trevor Zegras was finally traded by the Ducks this week, and now, he's opened up on the move and taken a shot at former GM Pat Verbeek in the process.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

What would it take for the Flyers to deal a first-round pick?

The Philadelphia Flyers have already made a splash in the offseason leading up to the 2025-26 NHL season when they acquired Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23

Are Flyers eyeing more moves this offseason after Zegras trade?

Are the Flyers eyeing more moves this offseason after Trevor Zegras trade?

As has become custom in the wake of big roster trades, Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Briere sat down with the media to discuss the team’s acquisition of Trevor Zegras on Monday morning.

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Trevor Zegras News / Yardbarker / June 23

Trade Grades: Ducks trade 'NHL 23' cover star to Flyers

He became the seventh player selected in the first 10 picks of the 2019 NHL Draft to be traded.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / June 20

Philadelphia Flyers Hold Pre-Draft Press Conference Discussing Possible Movement

With the 2025 NHL Entry Draft approaching quickly, the front-office, with the likes of Daniel Briere and Brent Flahr, took some time a couple days ago to address some concerns regarding the Flyers’ near future.