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Flyers G Dan Vladar activated from IR, set to start vs. Blue Jackets

The Philadelphia Flyers activated starting goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve on Wednesday after a two-week stint. He's set to start in net for Wednesday's game against the host Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia coach Rick Tocchet told reporters.

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Flyers activate Czech Olympian Vladar off IR

The Flyers activated goaltender Dan Vladar, who was chosen to play for the Czech Republic in the Olympics, off injured reserve following a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

What has the Flyers’ recent stretch of play meant for their NHL Trade Deadline plans?

Following a lengthy losing streak that saw the Philadelphia Flyers tumble down the standings and out of the playoff picture, it was fair to ask whether the team would be looking to change plans, barreling towards the trade deadline.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

Philadelphia Flyers Starting Goalie Leaves Game

Dan Vladar has been leaned on all season long. The Philadelphia Flyers goalie left Wednesday’s 5-2 loss against the Buffalo Sabres after the first period.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Flyers’ Dan Vladar leaves game against Sabres with injury

It appears the Philadelphia Flyers suffered losses on multiple fronts Wednesday. The Flyers fell to the Buffalo Sabres 5-2, and also saw goaltender Dan Vladar exit the game with an injury.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / December 20

Flyers’ Dan Vladar, Christian Dvorak out day-to-day; Denver Barkey to make NHL debut

The Philadelphia Flyers have confirmed that goaltender Dan Vladař (upper body) and forward Christian Dvorak (lower body) are out day-to-day and will miss Saturday’s game against the New York Rangers.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 31

Five biggest surprises from first month of NHL season

This was supposed to be a long rebuilding year for the Penguins, but don't tell them that.

...and five biggest disappointments from first month of NHL season

Bruins HC Marco Sturm provides update on top center Elias Lindholm

Nick Schmaltz's remarkable start for Mammoth almost didn't happen

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Trevor Zegras is fitting in quite nicely with the Flyers

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Flyers to present Bernie Parent goalie mask to player of the game

A legend is being honored by his former team by using a familiar piece of equipment to highlight today’s stars. Following the team’s 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Monday night, the Philadelphia Flyers introduced a new “trophy” to be awarded to the player of the game.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 14

Flyers Goalie Stands Tall in Home Opener Victory

In his second regular-season start as a Philadelphia Flyer, Dan Vladar gave the 19,421 fans at Xfinity Mobile Arena plenty to cheer about — and a glimpse of what might be the club’s most stabilizing presence in years.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Inside The Rink / October 11

Flyers Have An Answer in the Net, But Questions Everywhere Else

The Philadelphia Flyers played the Florida Panthers to begin the season on a night when it seemed like everything went wrong for the Philly fans. The Flyers lost 2-1, the Phillies lost in extra innings to be eliminated from the Postseason, and the Eagles lost their game handily.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 25

Ranking all 32 NHL goalie tandems for 2025-26

Is it more valuable to have one dominant goaltender or two very good ones? It depends on the time of year. Come the postseason, there’s a correlation between trusting one bellcow starter and winning the Stanley Cup.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / August 2

How will the Flames juggle their many goaltenders in 2025-26?

Man, the Calgary Flames organization has a lot of goaltenders under contract. Sure, backup netminder Dan Vladar departed the organization in free agency on July 1, signing in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / July 15

What Flyers Are Getting in New Goaltender

When Dan Vladar arrived in Philadelphia this offseason, it didn’t spark a fan frenzy, and that’s exactly the point. The Philadelphia Flyers, still threading the needle between rebuilding and remaining competitive, weren’t looking for a blockbuster move in net.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Grading Dan Vladar, Christian Dvorak contracts with Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers, who have not been to the Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2020, are banking on the latest moves from general manager Daniel Briere that their drought could soon come to an end.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Flyers sign Dan Vladar to two-year contract

The Philadelphia Flyers are locking up their goaltending for the next couple of years. On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Flyers announced that the team has signed goaltender Dan Vladar to a two-year contract.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Flames News & Rumors: Reschny, Potter, Vladar & More

In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, the Flames selected Cole Reschny and Cullen Potter with their two first-round selections in the draft on Friday night.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

4 Teams Calgary Flames Goalie Dan Vladar Could Find Bigger Role With

Despite their best efforts to bring him back with a contract extension, Calgary Flames backup goaltender Dan Vladar has officially chosen to test the free-agent market.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 27

Kevin Rooney and Anthony Mantha likely headed to free agency, offer on table for Dan Vladar: Conroy

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy held court with members of the local media on Thursday afternoon in advance of Friday’s opening round of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / June 11

Flames’ Vladar Would Be Foolish to Test Free Agency

The Calgary Flames were pleased enough with Dan Vladar over the second half of the 2024-25 season to reportedly offer him a contract extension. In fact, it sounds as though they have put more than one offer on the table for the 27-year-old goaltender, but at this point, he has yet to agree to any deal.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 20

IIHF World Championship day 11 recap: Dan Vladar shines as round robin nears the end.

Day 11 of the IIHF men’s World Championship tournament arrives as some teams close out their round-robin schedules. It was a day of tight contests and future implications.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 13

IIHF World Championship Day 4 recap: Vladar starts, Honzek scores

The IIHF Worlds continue with a lighter day featuring just four games on the schedule. It was the third game of the tournament to go into overtime. While the Austrians struggled with penalties, it was their goaltender, David Kickert, who kept them in it with 30 saves.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 5

Flames netminder Dan Vladar appears on Daily Faceoff’s top 50 pending unrestricted free agent list

The Calgary Flames have seven games remaining in their 2024-25 regular season schedule. Following the season – whether or not they have playoff games in their future – a few players are on expiring contracts and could become unrestricted free agents on July 1.