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Sean Couturier looks to build on last year's second-half success

Let's be brutally honest. It hasn't been easy watching Sean Couturier over the last few seasons. He is a long way from his former Selke Trophy self. Injuries and new coaches have taken their toll on the Flyers' captain.

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Flyers may need to give up on the Quinn Hughes dream after star's latest comments

If this offseason showed Philadelphia Flyers fans anything, it's that general manager Danny Briere will make a move for a big star to help them contend for a Stanley Cup.

Zayde Wisdom News / Broad Street Buzz / September 10

Zayde Wisdom proving he deserves another crack at an NHL roster spot

Things are different for Zayde Wisdom this time around at Flyers training camp. He was once viewed as an intriguing prospect, but his stock fell so far over the years that his NHL opportunity seemed to be slipping away.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 9

Ducks' Leo Carlsson gives wild comment about team waiving Chris Kreider

There might not have been a more impactful contract signed in the NHL this offseason than the five-year, $90 million offer sheet Leo Carlsson signed with the Philadelphia Flyers in restricted free agency.

Ducks place Chris Kreider on waivers to terminate contract

Chris Kreider termination gives Ducks more flexibility amid Cutter Gauthier negotiations

Evan Bouchard’s contract is aging well amid the NHL’s salary cap boom

Veteran goaltender Ilya Samsonov returns to NHL on two-way contract

It may be time to end the speculation of Sidney Crosby playing elsewhere

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

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The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / EssentiallySports / September 8

'Can’t Wait': 76ers & Flyers Drop First Look at $6B Arena Set to House Future WNBA Team

In June last year, the WNBA announced its plans to expand to 18 teams, adding three more in Detroit, Cleveland, and Philadelphia, coming in 2028, 2029, and 2030, respectively.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Flyers share first look of new arena set to open in 2030

We have a first look at what the Philadelphia Flyers‘ new home will look like.

Ducks' Leo Carlsson gives wild comment about team waiving Chris Kreider

Eight waiver wire targets the Canucks could use their #1 waiver priority on

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 7

Five Players Who Could Get Traded, and the Flyers Could Eye Another Big Name

Ryan Lambert of The Hockey News: Many teams are entering the season with a little more breathing room with their salary cap. With some extra space available, it may be easier for teams to pull off some trades earlier in the season.

Dylan Larkin News / Broad Street Buzz / September 7

Dylan Larkin made clear what his thoughts about the Flyers were this summer

When the Dylan Larkin trade request became public, just about every team in the NHL checked in on the 30-year-old. The Philadelphia Flyers were one of them.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 7

Flyers Continue To Hunt For Star Talent

I think a lot of us expected a large sum of money to head to Leo Carlsson’s bank account. I don’t think any of us saw him ending up with $18MM. That’s because the former No.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Flyers’ Top 10 Prospects: 2026-27 Preseason Edition

The Philadelphia Flyers are at a point in their rebuild, if you still want to call it that, where some of the prospects taken by general manager Daniel Brière have already graduated to the NHL.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / September 6

Flyers News & Rumors: Calder Trophy, Make-or-Break Seasons, & More

NHL hockey is almost back, with the 2026-27 campaign beginning on Sept. 29. In this edition of Philadelphia Flyers News & Rumors, we look at Porter Martone‘s Calder Trophy candidacy, two young players facing big, arguably make-or-break seasons, and more.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Matvei Michkov News / Broad Street Buzz / September 3

Flyers may have only scratched the surface with Matvei Michkov

The Philadelphia Flyers have high hopes entering this upcoming season, due in part to their run to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Even with the high expectations heading into this season, all of the attention is on third-year winger Matvei Michkov.

Will Zmolek News / Inside The Rink / September 2

ECHL: Savannah Brings Back Riedell, Adds Zmolek to Blue Line

Apparently, one Will wasn’t enough for the Savannah Ghost Pirates. Savannah added two defensemen to its 2026-27 roster Wednesday, bringing back Will Riedell for his fourth season with the organization and signing Will Zmolek after he spent most of last season in the AHL.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 2

Flyers Announce 15 Changes To Hockey Operations Staff

The Philadelphia Flyers announced a series of changes to their NHL and AHL hockey operations departments ahead of the 2026-27 season, including six staff promotions and nine new hires.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Rumors / September 2

NHL Rumors: NHL Expansion, Philadelphia Flyers, and Connor Hellebuyck

Kevin Weekes: In the near future, anticipating some news out of Houston, Texas. Andrew Knoll of RG Media: Philadelphia Flyers GM Danny Briere said there are no talks going on right now with pending RFA forward Matvei Michkov and pending UFA defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen.

Matvei Michkov News / NHL Trade Talk / September 1

Moving Michkov: Debunking Wildest Flyers Conspiracy Theory of the Offseason

A tweet picking up steam this week claims the Philadelphia Flyers’ offer sheet was a cover-up and that the organization never actually wanted Leo Carlsson.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / September 1

2026-27 Philadelphia Flyers Season Preview

The Philadelphia Flyers enter the 2026–27 season after adding goaltending stability, veteran depth, and defensive versatility while parting ways with a few key role players.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 31

Flyers Not Working On Contract Extensions For Pending Free Agents

With the September 15th deadline looming for max-term contracts as well as deals with a higher allowable signing bonus allocation (and less restrictive year-to-year variability rules), some teams will redouble their efforts to sign their pending free agents. It appears that the Flyers are not one of those squads.

Matvei Michkov News / NHL Trade Talk / August 25

Oilers Trade Package for Matvei Michkov — Would You Accept?

Matvei Michkov is a phenomenal young talent. At just 21, he’s already posted back‑to‑back seasons of 26 goals and 63 points, followed by 20 goals and 51 points.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / August 23

10 Flyers Included in EA Sports NHL 27 Ratings Reveal

Before the puck drops in real life on Sept. 29 for a new NHL season, hockey fans can get a taste of virtual action on Sept. 11 (or Sept. 4 with the deluxe edition or by subscribing to EA Play) in NHL 27.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 23

Flyers’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

The Philadelphia Flyers were a new team last season. After years of treading water and finishing out of the playoffs for 5 consecutive seasons, the Flyers finished in a tie for second place in the Metropolitan Division and made their way back into the postseason.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

Brière’s $18M Gamble Backfires: Did the Flyers GM Just Sabotage His Own Future?

Daniel Brière took one of the biggest swings of the offseason, firing off a record‑setting $18 million AAV offer sheet at Anaheim’s Leo Carlsson. The Ducks matched, but the message was unmistakable: Brière is willing to weaponize cap space, push the market forward, and spend aggressively to chase elite talent.

Nolan Foote News / Daily Faceoff / August 19

Flyers sign Nolan Foote to one-year, two-way contract

The Philadelphia Flyers announced Wednesday that the team agreed to terms with forward Nolan Foote on a one-year, two-way contract worth $850,000. The 25-year-old spent the 2025-26 campaign with the Florida Panthers and their AHL affiliate, the Charlotte Checkers.

Hunter McDonald News / Daily Faceoff / August 18

Flyers sign Hunter McDonald to two-year extension

The Philadelphia Flyers are keeping around a young, homegrown blueliner for at least another couple of seasons. On Tuesday, the Flyers announced that they have signed defenseman Hunter McDonald to a two-year contract extension.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 5

Flyers can no longer hide behind rebuilding label after aggressive summer

For the past few years, the Philadelphia Flyers could point to the rebuild whenever things went sideways. The roster was young. Bad contracts had to come off the books. Prospects needed time. That explanation will not carry nearly as much weight next season.

Lack of market for Vladimir Tarasenko exposes harsh NHL reality

Penguins face uncomfortable reason stars don't want to play in Pittsburgh

Connor Hellebuyck trade would force Jets to admit uncomfortable truth

The top five remaining NHL goalies in free agency

NHL 2030: Projecting the top 30 players of the future