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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Flyers’ Rick Tocchet Hire: Glass-Half-Full, Half-Empty Arguments

After dumping head coach John Tortorella in late March, it didn’t take the Philadelphia Flyers too long to settle on their new bench boss: Rick Tocchet.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / August 20

Flyers Need More Assurances in Center Ice

For nearly a decade, the Philadelphia Flyers have tried to patch holes down the middle. When Sean Couturier was in his prime, he gave Philadelphia one of the best two-way centers in the league, capable of shutting down stars while producing offense.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

Flyers 2025–26 Roster Projection 2.0: 2 Rookies Enter the Villa

It won’t be long before NHL hockey gets started up again. A month away from the preseason and two from the regular season, the Philadelphia Flyers are nearly back after a lengthy break.

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 18

Flyers’ Michkov, Tocchet with Funny Clash Over Playing Style

The Philadelphia Flyers haven’t even hit the ice for the 2025–26 season, but friendly tensions may already be brewing between their dynamic young star and new head coach.

Jacob Graves News / Inside The Rink / August 15

ECHL: Adirondack Thunder Add Stingrays Captain

The Adirondack Thunder have announced that they’ve signed defenseman Jacob Graves for the 2025-26 season. Graves, 30, spent last season as the captain of the South Carolina Stingrays.

Tyson Foerster News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 15

Tyson Foerster’s latest injury update will fire up Flyers fans

Tyson Foerster was a key player for the Philadelphia Flyers in 2024-25, managing a career-high 25 goals and 43 points over 81 games. But after suffering an arm injury while playing for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship in Europe, there was concern that the 23-year-old might not be fully healthy for training camp.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 13

Former Oilers forward retires after spending 17 seasons in European leagues

He has played with teams in four different countries and eight different leagues over that span.

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / August 13

Flyers Captain's Success Key to Rebuild

When Sean Couturier takes the opening face off this fall, it won’t just mark the start of another season — it will mark the beginning of his 14th year as a Philadelphia Flyer.

Ryan Johansen News / NHL Trade Talk / August 13

Arbitrator Rules in Flyers’ Favor in Ryan Johansen Contract Dispute

The nearly year-long legal battle between forward Ryan Johansen and the Philadelphia Flyers has ended with a decisive win for the team. An NHL arbitrator

Ryan Johansen News / Field Level Media / August 12

Reports: Arbitrator sides with Flyers in Ryan Johansen case

The Philadelphia Flyers were within their rights to terminate Ryan Johansen's contract last summer and they don't have to pay the rest of the forward's contract, an arbitrator ruled on Tuesday, according to multiple media reports.

Ryan Johansen News / Daily Faceoff / August 12

Arbitrator rules in favour of Flyers in grievance filed on termination of Ryan Johansen’s contract

An arbitrator has ruled in favour of the Philadelphia Flyers in the grievance filed by the NHL Player’s Association in regards to the termination of Ryan Johansen, according to TSN insider Darren Dreger.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 12

Arbitrator ruling in favor of Flyers over grievance from veteran center, whose NHL career may be over

An arbitrator has ruled in favor of the Philadelphia Flyers in a grievance filed by a veteran centerman.

It takes two: The 25 most iconic duos in sports

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

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The 'NFL QBs with the most games started' quiz

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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / August 12

Flyers Finishing in the Murky Middle in 2025–26 Wouldn’t Be So Bad

While they didn’t exactly have an aggressive offseason, the Philadelphia Flyers made improvements. Adding depth and a hopeful top-line center in Trevor Zegras, the 2024–25 basement-dwellers might see a slight boost in the league’s standings this upcoming campaign.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / August 9

Flyers 2025–26 Prospect Storylines: Bump, Martone, & More

The Philadelphia Flyers are starting to transition away from their rebuild as their prospect pool grows stronger, but eyes are still on the future. Which prospect storylines are worth keeping tabs on in 2025–26?

Mason Millman News / Inside The Rink / August 8

AHL: Bakersfield Condors Sign Mason Millman

The Bakersfield Condors this afternoon announced the signing of 24-year-old defenseman Mason Millman. The deal is a one-year, one-way AHL contract for the 2025-26 season.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Total Apex Sports / August 7

Flyers’ Offseason Moves 2025: The Good, The Bad, and The ‘Meh’

If you’re a Philadelphia Flyers fan, you’ve probably already spent the summer riding the emotional rollercoaster that is their offseason. Trades, free agency, draft picks—we’ve seen it all.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 7

1 move Philadelphia Flyers should’ve made in 2025 NHL offseason

The Philadelphia Flyers collapsed at the end of the 2023-24 campaign. Philadelphia held a postseason spot for much of the season. However, they stumbled hard down the stretch, and missed out entirely.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 5

The teams that should have won the Stanley Cup (but didn't)

Here are four era-specific teams that had the talent and the opportunity to win the Stanley Cup but couldn’t get over the hump.

53-year-old Jaromir Jagr kicks off the preseason with assist

Veteran center attempting comeback

Cap-strapped Panthers not expected to trade two-time Stanley Cup champion

Top 25 players in Blackhawks history

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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 5

Flyers’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

The Philadelphia Flyers have not been a competitive franchise in recent seasons. From 2021-22 through 2024-25, their best finish in the Metropolitan Division was sixth place.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / August 4

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Philadelphia Flyers’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 1

NHL coaches who have the best chance of success with their new teams

With the Dallas Stars finalizing a deal with Glen Gulutzan on July 1 to become their new head coach, all 32 teams have their man behind the bench for the 2025-26 season.

Why Glen Gulutzan might be the NHL's luckiest new head coach

Kings handsomely reward their promising wing with nice, new deal

Hockey Canada announces preliminary roster for 2026 Olympics

Is a Connor Bedard breakout coming?

NHL players who will send their GM a 'thank you' card next summer