PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

The battle for at least one spot in the defense’s starting six still seems wide open, with no young player or veteran stepping up to claim the job on the Philadelphia Flyers’ third pair. On offense, Rodrigo Abols, Jett Luchanko and Nikita Grebenkin are still fighting to make the opening night roster. Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the uncertainty with only two preseason games remaining, and share their predictions for the upcoming season, giving their picks for the NHL’s individual awards, and Stanley Cup champions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trevor Zegras notched a goal and an assist in his preseason debut at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, showing impressive chemistry with Philadelphia Flyers star winger Matvei Michkov, despite the regulation loss to the Boston Bruins Charlie & Bill discuss Saturday’s games, and which of the non-locks are making the best impressions for Rick Tocchet and his coaching staff? We’re looking at Nikita Grebenkin, Jett Luchanko, Alex Bump and Rodrigo Abols battling up front, as well as the blue line battle between Helge Grans, Emil Andrae, Adam Ginning and the veterans added over the summer. Plus, what do we make of Sam Ersson thus far, and expectations for tonight’s rematch with the Bruins in Boston? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Flyers played their third straight road preseason game on Thursday night, and they looked like a team that needed a day off against the Washington Capitals in Hershey’s Giant Center. The Caps won 5-1, and there weren’t many positive highlights for the Orange and Black. Charlie & Bill update the Flyguys’ roster battles, share their thoughts on Dan Vladar and Aleksei Kolosov’s performances, and discuss Philly’s lack of energy following the first week of training camp. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Training camp continues for the Philadelphia Flyers, and today they reduced their roster by ten. Not many surprises but the assignment of Samu Tuomaala to the AHL after only playing 13 minutes of preseason hockey is interesting. Charlie & Bill also discuss Captain Coots’ comments on how bad the power play has been, as well as the front office and coaching staff‘s plans for Dan Vladar and Sam Ersson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Flyers second preseason game wasn’t nearly as exciting (or long) as the first, as they went into Montreal on Tuesday night, gave up a goal to Cole Caufield in the opening minute and trailed the rest of the way in a 4-2 loss. Owen Tippett scored on the power play, something he was unable to do all of last season, but Sam Ersson was pulled(?) after the first period and the Habs’ regulars had their way with Philly. Charlie & Bill break down last night’s game and some of the roster battles from training camp in today’s jam-packed episode. Also, it’s Gritty’s BIRTHDAY! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Flyers' preseason continues after their 11th-round shootout win over the New York Islanders thanks to Emil Andrae. PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees to report on the latest updates for the Flyers, as the big news out of camp today was Tyson Foerster was finally wearing a normal practice jersey, indicating he is healthy and has been cleared to return to play. We also hear from head coach Rick Tocchet, including some high praise from Sidney Crosby on Foerster, as well as comments from Alex Bump and Helge Grans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Flyers have one preseason game behind them, with another coming up on Tuesday night. Sunday’s contest was decided by an 11-round shootout and saw many standout performances, from Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras, to Emil Andrae and Carson Bjarnason. On today’s show, Charlie, Kelly & Bill look back at the Flyers/Islanders exhibition matchup, and then ahead to tonight’s game in Montreal against the Canadiens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re going to be remembering one of the all-time great Philadelphia Flyers today, talking about the legacy of Hall of Famer Bernie Parent. Charlie & Bill share their own stories and those from fans as well following Bernie’s passing at 80 on Sunday. We’ll also be taking a look at the current team’s preseason opener from Sunday night, which they won in an 11-round shootout following Matvei Michkov’s late game-tying goal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was the first scrimmage of Flyers Training Camp in Voorhees, and PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor was there to witness the action and report on what he saw. Potential power play units were seen for the first time, and Trevor Zegras scored his "unofficial" first goal in a Flyers uniform. Rick Tocchet also speaks on Cam York & Alexis Gendron, and Travis Sanheim comments on his hit on Alex Bump. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor was on the scene for the Flyers' 2nd day of Training Camp in Voorhees, and phenom Matvei Michkov was the star of practice today. New head coach Rick Tocchet also revealed a version of the skate test, far from the infamous rope skate from former head coach John Tortorella. The Flyers also provided injury updates on Karsen Dorwart and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let’s spend this Friday discussing the most important player in the Philadelphia Flyers’ organization, Matvei Michkov. Michkov lead all rookies in goal scoring last season, and finished 4th in Calder Trophy voting last season, and now it’s time to look ahead to what could be in store for year two. Charlie & Bill discuss what the Mad Russian can do as an encore in his sophomore season, and how will his pairing with Sean Couturier impact his offense, whether the addition of Trevor Zegras, as well as Rick Tocchet’s coaching staff can bolster the power play, and what truly fair expectations are for a player in his position are. Plus, more news and notes from Day 2 of training camp at the Flyers Training Center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Things looked a little different for the Flyers’ first day of Flyers Training Camp in Voorhees, and PHLY Sports’ Charlie O’Connor was on the scene to discuss the new-look Flyers. Rick Tocchet hit the ice with the Orange and Black as the team’s new head coach and as we finally got a look at what the Flyers’ lines and pairs could look like opening night. Newest Flyer Trevor Zegras joined prospects Jett Luchanko, Alex Bump, Denver Barkey and Jack Nesbitt for the first time and injury updates are revealed for Oliver Bonk, Tyson Foerster, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s day one of Rick Tocchet’s first training camp as the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers and we’re talking all about everything going on at camp. How are the players adapting to a new coaching staff? What line combinations have Tocchet & Co. put together? How are the injuries progressing for Oliver Bonk and Tyson Foerster? Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss all the Day One goings-on at the Flyers Training Center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today is Philadelphia Flyers Training Camp Eve! Happy holiday to all who celebrate! On today’s show, Charlie & Bill are detailing each potential camp battle and which rookies have a chance to push for roster spots. Who are the locks to be in the opening night lineup, and could rookies like Jett Luchanko, Nikita Grebenkin, or even Oliver Bonk force veterans to the press box or out of town in trades? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia Flyers GM Danny Briere met with the media on Tuesday afternoon, answering questions ranging from expectations for Matvei Michkov’s situation to what he believes adding Dan Vladar and trading Ivan Fedotov can do for the team’s goaltending. Charlie & Bill react to Briere’s presser and discuss some of Briere’s quotes and what they could mean for the season ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The annual Flyers/Rangers Rookie Series in Allentown is now behind us and the skate towards the regular season is on with Rookie Camp resuming today, and NHL Training Camp opening later this week. Today, Bill & Charlie are recapping the weekend’s rookie games, discussing which young players helped or hurt their chances of playing for the Flyers this fall, and talking more about the trade that sent Ivan Fedotov to the Columbus Blue Jackets. And if there’s time, we may get to a little Kirill Kaprizov trade talk. Because who doesn’t love superstar trade speculation? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well, the Flyers have done it again, traded a Russian goaltender with minimal NHL experience to the Columbus Blue Jackets for an unimpressive return. We're kidding. While Ivan Fedotov was a fun story, his rookie season was nothing close to Sergei Bobrovsky's a decade-and-a-half ago. But on Sunday morning we did find out that Danny Briere has dealt with a bit of the logjam between the pipes, dealing Fedotov to Columbus for a 6th round draft pick. Charlie & Bill react to the trade and discuss what it could mean for the goalie situation in Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley.

The second game of the Flyers' Rookie Series in Allentown at the PPL Center was "bitey," as Head Coach John Snowden described, as the Flyers rookies fell 5-2 to the New York Rangers. PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor was on the scene to witness the game action and discuss standout performances from Nikita Grebenkin and Alexis Gendron, as well as lineup updates with Denver Barkey and Oliver Bonk.

Bill and Charlie are live from PPL Center, home of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, for the Flyers Rookie Series! Hear from Phantoms ownership and head coach John Snowden, Flyers Director of Player Development Riley Armstrong, Special Advisor to Hockey Operations Patrick Sharp, and more! Plus, Bill and Charlie recap Game 1 with Madeline Campbell and what to look forward to tonight for Game 2.

It was a dramatic first game of the Flyers' Rookie Series in Allentown at the PPL Center, as the rookies escaped with a 4-3 overtime winner courtesy of Nikita Grebenkin. PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor was on the scene to witness the game action and discusses standout performances from Denver Barkey, Alex Bump, Jack Nesbitt, Nikita Grebenkin, and more.