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Flyers were right to bench Matvei Michkov – but he still has a part to play

Flyers were right to bench Matvei Michkov – but he still has a part to play

Game 5 has come and gone in Steeltown, and the Sidney Crosby-led bunch are still breathing. Following a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers Monday

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28
What Is Michkov’s Future in Philadelphia and Under Rick Tocchet?

What Is Michkov’s Future in Philadelphia and Under Rick Tocchet?

The decision by Rick Tocchet to scratch Matvei Michkov in Game 5 has quickly become one of the biggest talking points of the Philadelphia Flyers’ playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins—and it raises real questions about Michkov’s role moving forward.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28
Flyers' Dan Vladar discusses giving up brutal goal in loss to Penguins

Flyers' Dan Vladar discusses giving up brutal goal in loss to Penguins

Vladar would like to have back what became the game-winning goal in Game 5.

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The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz

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How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Dan Vladar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28
Flyers’ Dan Vladar vows to learn from Game 5 loss to Penguins

Flyers’ Dan Vladar vows to learn from Game 5 loss to Penguins

The Philadelphia Flyers were defeated by the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night. Dan Vladar and his teammates had the chance to eliminate Pittsburgh with a win away from home.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

Philadelphia Flyers News / ESPN / April 27

Flyers 'still in a good spot' despite Game 5 loss

Having lost two in a row after leading the series 3-0, the Philadelphia Flyers believe the pressure hasn't shifted onto them despite failing to close out the Pittsburgh Penguins twice in three days, the latest being a 3-2 loss Monday at PPG Paints Arena.

Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27
Flyers’ Rick Tocchet tips cap to Penguins after Game 5 loss

Flyers’ Rick Tocchet tips cap to Penguins after Game 5 loss

The Philadelphia Flyers had the chance to eliminate the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night. The Flyers failed to sweep Pittsburgh out of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / April 28
Another Bad Bounce Costs Flyers, On To Game 6

Another Bad Bounce Costs Flyers, On To Game 6

The Penguins extended the series and sent it back to Philadelphia after beating the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5. For the third straight game, the Flyers fell behind in the first period.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28
Penguins avoid elimination, Sidney Crosby injury in Game 5 win

Penguins avoid elimination, serious Sidney Crosby injury in milestone Game 5 win over Flyers

The Pittsburgh Penguins aren't going quietly.  

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Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / April 27
Flyers’ Matvei Michkov scratched ahead of Game 5 against Penguins

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov scratched ahead of Game 5 against Penguins

A noted player will be absent from the Philadelphia Flyers as they try to punch their ticket to the second round. Ahead of Game 5 of the Metropolitan Division Semifinal between the Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night, forward Matvei Michkov was revealed to be a scratch.

Porter Martone News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27
What Flyers’ Porter Martone has already learned about the Stanley Cup Playoffs

What Flyers’ Porter Martone has already learned about the Stanley Cup Playoffs

Porter Martone has been nothing short of a revelation for the Philadelphia Flyers, playing at above a point-per-game pace in his first nine NHL regular season games and continuing to make an impact in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Porter Martone News / ESPN / April 27

How Porter Martone quickly transformed into a playoff hero for Philly

The rookie joined the team this spring after his college season concluded -- and has been lighting it up in the playoffs.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26
Flyers Expected To Scratch Matvei Michkov In Game 5

Flyers Expected To Scratch Matvei Michkov In Game 5

While the Philadelphia Flyers had a successful regular season and playoffs, it has not been a good year for Matvei Michkov. According to Charlie O’Connor of PHLY Sports, Michkov was practicing on the Flyers’ fifth forward unit this morning, meaning he’ll likely be in the press box for Game 5.

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Matvei Michkov News / The Hockey Writers / April 26
Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Discourse Is Getting Out of Hand Again

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Discourse Is Getting Out of Hand Again

The Philadelphia Flyers have a 3-1 series lead in their first-round matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins—a comfortable spot for the Orange and Black. But after dropping Game 4 by a 4-2 decision, sophomore winger Matvei Michkov has come under fire.

NHL News / Brotherly Bullies / April 26
No Sweep For Flyers, Back To Pittsburgh For Game 5

No Sweep For Flyers, Back To Pittsburgh For Game 5

PHILADELPHIA – The brooms were out in Philadelphia, but they stayed in the closest as the Penguins forced Game 5. It was a game of momentum swings as the Flyers tried to comeback from multiple goal deficits twice.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 25
Goalie switch helps Penguins fight off elimination vs. Flyers

Goalie switch helps Penguins fight off elimination vs. Flyers

Goalie Stuart Skinner was not the reason the Pittsburgh Penguins entered Saturday's Game 4 against the Philadelphia Flyers facing a 3-0 series deficit.

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Dan Vladar News / Field Level Media / April 25
Flyers G Dan Vladar to start Game 4 vs. Penguins

Flyers G Dan Vladar to start Game 4 vs. Penguins

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar will start Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round series versus the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday, head coach Rick Tocchet announced.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 24
Three key reasons why Flyers have Penguins on brink of a sweep

Three key reasons why Flyers have Penguins on brink of a sweep

There aren’t too many of us who had this series going the way it has. With the Philadelphia Flyers in position to complete their first series sweep in

Porter Martone News / NHL Trade Talk / April 24
Nobody Saw This Flyers’ Rookie Sensation Dominating the Playoffs

Nobody Saw This Flyers’ Rookie Sensation Dominating the Playoffs

The Stanley Cup Playoffs often bring out the best in players and are widely regarded as the highest level of hockey all season. This postseason has been no exception, with Porter Martone bursting onto the scene early in his NHL career.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23
Flyers’ Dan Vladar Questionable For Game 4

Flyers’ Dan Vladar Questionable For Game 4

Philadelphia Flyers starting goaltender Dan Vladar‘s status is in question for game four against the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Rick Tocchet told the media today.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23
Flyers mascot causes a scene with a bizarre stunt

Flyers mascot causes a scene with a bizarre stunt

Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty is having himself quite a postseason. Introduced in 2018, Gritty is loving the playoff atmosphere, which he hasn’t experienced in several years, as the Flyers missed the NHL playoffs for the previous five seasons.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 22
Strong second period carries Flyers past Penguins for 3-0 edge

Strong second period carries Flyers past Penguins for 3-0 edge

Trevor Zegras, Rasmus Ristolainen, Nick Seeler and Noah Cates all scored their first career playoff goals to guide the Philadelphia Flyers to a 5-2 home victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday and a three-games-to-none series lead.

Jody Shelley News / The Hockey Writers / April 22
From Penalty Box to Broadcast Booth: The Rise of Jody Shelley as a Top Analyst

From Penalty Box to Broadcast Booth: The Rise of Jody Shelley as a Top Analyst

Jody Shelley has had one of the more interesting careers of any NHL player. His first game established what was to come in what turned into a 627-game NHL career along with nine postseason games.

Porter Martone News / The Hockey Writers / April 21
Flyers’ Porter Martone Is Nearing a Playoff Milestone

Flyers’ Porter Martone Is Nearing a Playoff Milestone

After being underdogs entering their first-round series, the Philadelphia Flyers hold a commanding 2–0 lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins heading back to Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Porter Martone News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
Flyers’ Martone becomes first teenager to score game-winning goals in first two playoff games

Flyers’ Martone becomes first teenager to score game-winning goals in first two playoff games

The kid is simply on fire. Thanks to another goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of the Metropolitan Division Semifinals, Philadelphia Flyers forward Porter Martone became the first teenager in NHL history to score game-winning goals in each of his first two Stanley Cup Playoff games.

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