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Philadelphia Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov is sharing what he really thought of now-ex head coach John Tortorella, who was fired late in the year. The Philadelphia Flyers decided to fire head coach John Tortorella late in the year despite having already been eliminated from playoff contention.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / April 18

10 Impressive Stats From Matvei Michkov’s Rookie Season With the Flyers

The rebuilding Philadelphia Flyers ended one of their worst campaigns in franchise history, finishing 29th in the 2024-25 league standings and last in the Eastern Conference.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / April 16

Flyers Captain Adding Mentorship to Skillset

The Philadelphia Flyers are in a difficult position as the 2024-2025 season ends. They again missed the postseason, fired their head coach, and now face an uphill climb to return to contention.

Jonathan Toews News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Philadelphia Flyers News / Dose.ca / April 11

The rumor going around in Russia: Ivan Demidov is better than Matvei Michkov (at the same age)

Ivan Demidov is the subject of the week in Montreal. The Russian is currently in Toronto and is expected to play next Monday at the Bell Center against Chicago.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Dose.ca / April 5

Flyers : the Habs will have to watch Matvei Michkov, but Ryan Poehling is also on fire

Tonight, the Canadiens will face the Flyers at the Centre Bell. This will be an opportunity for the club to avenge their defeat at the hands of Brad Shaw’s team, which occurred about ten days ago.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

How John Tortorella's departure has already impacted Flyers for the better

Three games down in the post-John Tortorella era and three wins for the Philadelphia Flyers.

Was John Tortorella looking to get fired?

Who is the greatest head coach in every NHL team's history?

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Dose.ca / April 1

Top-4 : Another big performance by Matvei Michkov

Last night in the NHL, eight teams were in action. None of these games really had any importance for the Canadiens. Here are the results and highlights anyway: 1.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Field Level Media / March 31

Matvei Michkov plays key role as Flyers edge Predators

Matvei Michkov didn't score Monday, but the Philadelphia rookie had a hand in both goals as the host Flyers earned a 2-1 victory over the Nashville Predators.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 31

Matvei Michkov Thriving without Tortorella Behind Flyers Bench

Since the Philadelphia Flyers made their coaching change and removed the always-controversial and often offensie-stifling John Tortorella, Matvei Michkov has looked like a player unleashed.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Proving He’s One of the NHL’s Brightest Minds

Matvei Michkov is one of the most inevitable players in the NHL right now. The Philadelphia Flyers rookie has 21 points at 5-on-5 play since Feb. 1, more than anyone in the league.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Dose.ca / March 30

5 points in 2 games: Michkov is a transformed player since Tortorella’s departure

Montreal Canadiens fans can rejoice as Lane Hutson is now at the top of the rookie points list in the NHL, with his three points in Sunday’s game. He now has 59 points and is three points ahead of his nearest competitor.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Field Level Media / March 29

Matvei Michkov scores two as Flyers take care of Sabres

Matvei Michkov scored twice to help the Philadelphia Flyers to a 7-4 win against the visiting Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. Owen Tippett, Ryan Poehling and

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 19

5 Centers the Flyers Should Target With Their Top Pick in the 2025 NHL Draft

Recently, the Philadelphia Flyers have been making a dash toward the basement. The team hasn’t won a single game in regulation or overtime since Feb. 25, and selling at the trade deadline didn’t help.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 18

Is 'poor man's Sidney Crosby' best choice for NHL Rookie of Year?

By the final stretch of the NHL season, candidates for year-end awards typically are in sharp focus. But like the uncertainty of who should win the Hart Trophy, the annual award for league MVP, the voting for the Calder Trophy could play out several ways.

NHL power rankings: No. 1 Jets hold steady, but who's soaring behind them?

Why was Flames netminder Dustin Wolf pulled after the second period in Toronto?

Who are the current captains of each NHL franchise?

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Calder Trophy Rankings Update: Flyers’ Matvei Michkov is back, baby

Hockey fans are passionate folks. And the diehards will defend their teams – and their players – to the death. So when it comes to the Calder Trophy race, it’s easy for a fanbase to be overly emotional and biased toward their own talent.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / February 28

Calder Trophy Watch: Michkov On Top of Rookie Scoring Ladder

After a three-point game in Thursday’s loss, Philadelphia Flyers’ rookie Matvei Michkov is on top of the rookie scoring ladder. Michkov has scored 19 goals, 25 assists, and 44 points in 58 games.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / February 7

Despite the Big Night, Michkov is Focused on the Future

Lost in the disappointment of Thursday’s loss, Matvei Michkov played one of his better games of the season. “I think he’s tired mentally, and once that clears up, I think he’ll be more free-flowing.” That’s what Flyers head coach John Tortorella had to say about Michkov less than 10 hours before puck drop.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / January 31

Michkov Benched as Flyers Suffer Second Straight Shut Out

The Philadelphia Flyers were shut out for the second time in as many games in what may have been the most dysfunctional hockey game I have ever watched.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / January 27

Flyers Report Card: Goaltending, Special Teams, and Matvei Michkov

After back-to-back losses in New York, the Philadelphia Flyers bounced back with a big 4-2 win over the New Jersey Devils on Monday night. Unlike the two previous games, the Flyers scored multiple first-period goals and held on to the lead.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / January 27

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Could Be a Prolific Producer in 2025-26

After scoring 27 points in his first 27 games, 20-year-old rookie Matvei Michkov has cooled down to more reasonable totals for the Philadelphia Flyers.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov Is Playing Like a Future Superstar Despite Skid

Never say never, but with the way Matvei Michkov has been trending scoring-wise, winning the Calder Trophy in a historically tight 2024-25 race seems unlikely.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / December 31

Why it’s best to embrace Flyers’ rollercoaster ride between Michkov and Tortorella

It was a short few months ago that we were talking about Philadelphia Flyers rookie forward Matvei Michkov being benched for two games. Between lackluster

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Flyers’ Matvei Michkov fined $2,473.96 for high sticking

The National Hockey League’s (NHL) Department of Player Safety announced that Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov has been fined $2,473.96, the maximum allowable under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for high sticking Los Angeles Kings forward Quinton Byfield.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 24

Flyers Not Shocked by Michkov’s Response to Two-Game Scratch

Philadelphia Flyers President Keith Jones recently discussed Matvei Michkov’s response to a two-game scratching on the FAN Hockey Show. Jones expressed how pleased the organization was with the Russian rookie’s maturity, attitude, and performance upon returning to the lineup.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Flyers Fans Mixed as Tortorella Scratches Matvei Michkov

Philadelphia Flyers fans are not happy on Thursday following news that rookie superstar Matvei Michkov is going to be a healthy scratch Thursday night as the Flyers take on the Tampa Bay Lighting.