Locked On Flyers - Daily Podcast On The Philadelphia Flyers

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel break down the final game of the Philadelphia Flyers regular season. We get into the collective desire for a loss for NHL draft reasons, Matvei Michkov’s quest for a hat trick, his Rookie goals crown, Tyson Foerster’s 25th of the season, and more.  Then we look at the offseason and the tasks ahead for the Flyers, including the coaching hire, other staffing decision...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the Philadelphia Flyers last game of the season thoughts ahead of the matchup vs the Buffalo Sabres. We compare the Flyers lines in Game 1 of the season to Game 82 and how things have simultaneously changed and stayed the same. Then we react to the Flyers Team Awards and compare our predictions & picks to the actual awards. What did we get right and wrong...

NOTE: Recorded before the Western Conference wildcards and WC2 in the East are set   Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are talking about the biggest surprises and disappointments of the NHL season, before talking about which first round match-ups could involve an upset…   Suppo...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the Philadelphia Flyers penultimate regular season game vs the Columbus Blue Jackets. We get into the playoff implications, the lackluster offense, special teams woes, and Columbus playing with motivation. Then we react to the Flyers two newest signings: Alex Bump & Devin Kaplan. What led to them burning an ELC year for Kaplan and where is Bump headed next...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s Philadelphia Flyers matchup vs the Columbus Blue Jackets in the context of each team’s rebuild process. We look at goaltending bad luck, skilled player development, market size, and the Johnny Gaudreau effect. Then we give our Lehigh Valley Phantoms Tuesday report, including the debut of defenseman Ty Murchison, Jett Luchanko’s place in the lineup &...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers vs the NY Islanders & Ottawa Senators. We get into the pros & cons of the winning the team has been doing lately including the effect on the NHL draft, Tyson Foerster, Travis Konecny, and more. We also talk about the Frozen Four and Alex Bump’s performance. We dig into his efforts on the ice for the Championship winning Western Michiga...

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel dig into the numbers a bit more with Philadelphia Flyers forward Tyson Foerster’s season. Hot off his first career hat trick he's beaten his points and goals total from last year, but has it been a successful NHL season? Then we look at the Flyers recent wins and ask if their performance is a good model for the Gold NHL Draft Plan. Finally  we preview matchups vs t...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the Philadelphia Flyers vs NY Rangers. We get into Aleksei Kolosov’s play in net, Tyson Foerster’s first NHL Hat Trick, Sean Couturier’s netfront presence, Karsen Dorwart’s 2nd game, and more! Then we take a closer look at the Flyers play at 5v5 this season. What’s been the difference between last season and this season based on the eye test AND the stats?...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are talking about the playoffs! What are the ideal playoff match-ups this year? Should the format change to 1-8, or keep the Wildcards? Plus, if you could only choose one player to start your franchise with, who...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss Brad Shaw’s pitch for how he can earn the Philadelphia Flyers Head Coach job. Can he earn it? Plus we check in with guys that could join the Flyers soon, such as Carter Sotheran, Alex Bump, Jack Berglund, Spencer Gill, Carson Bjarnason, and more.  Then we preview the Flyers last matchup of the season vs the NY Rangers. Has this been a disappointing season...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the five forward power play the Philadelphia Flyers have been running recently. Is the unit of Matvei Michkov, Travis Konecny, Sean Couturier, Tyson Foerster, and Bobby Brink working? What could they be better at, and would we keep it going? Then we give our Lehigh Valley Phantoms Tuesday report, including how the team clinched the playoffs, the overall team...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers vs Montreal Canadiens. We get into Karsen Dorwart’s rookie experience, his game vs the Habs, and where he fits in the lineup. We also talk Flyers power play, Owen Tippett’s struggles, Ryan Poehling’s hot streak, and the breakout problem. We also talk about Alex Ovechkin’s NHL record breaking goal scoring achievement with the Washington...

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel look at the current Flyers player leadership group, especially in the wake of Scott Laughton’s departure. Who are the current players most likely to fill that other A spot next season? Who are the unheralded leaders? And who is best to take this team through the next step of the rebuild? Then we look at the upcoming Flyers team awards as well as the NHL awards comi...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the arrival of Karsen Dorwart to the Flyers. Where will he fit into the lineup, and are there any other changes for the game on Saturday? And how are the Flyers prioritizing new arrival prospects Jett Luchanko, Ty Murchison, and Alex Ciernik to the Phantoms?  Then we check in with Flyers prospects WHL Goaltender Carsen Bjarnason & Swedish  forward Jack Ber...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah Hockey Club) and Armando Velez (Locked On Panthers) are here to discuss the playoff races in the East and West, whether there are any teams that can make a surprise push, if the wildcard race in the West is set, and whether Ottawa and Montreal can hold on in the East!   Support Us By Suppo...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the progress Bobby Brink & Ryan Poehling have made this Philadelphia Flyers season. We look at their recent success through the eyes of what Interim Head Coach Brad Shaw has said vs what John Tortorella did about them. Then we look at remaining NCAA free agents available to the Flyers now that they signed Karsen Dorwart. Then we look at NCAA players who ar...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers matchup vs the Nashville Predators We get into Ivan Fedotov’s wild but strong performance in net. Michkov & the Calder race, the defensive pairing switch up, and more.  Then we talk a little bit about the Frozen Four tournament ahead of our Lehigh Valley Phantoms Tuesday report, including the overall team performance and standout playe...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers vs Buffalo Sabres. We get into the scoring, Matvei Michkov’s continued elevated offense, Jakob Pelletier’s first goal as a Flyer, the Cates line, and Brad Shaw’s style. We also talk about free agent signee Karsen Dorwart from Michigan St. University and what he brings to the Fleyrs Then we preview tonight’s matchup vs the Nashville Pre...

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel react to what GM Danny Briere has to say about the decision to fire former Head Coach John Tortorella. We talk timing, next steps, and assess if he’s right that the team is in its rock bottom phase of the rebuild.  Then we break down the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4 win vs Montreal Canadiens. We address the Cam York benching, Matvei Michkov’s almost hat trick, the five...

The Philadelphia Flyers have officially relieved John Tortorella from head coaching duties. Assistant Coach Brad Shaw will take over as Interim Head Coach. Russ & Rachel discuss our initial reactions to the move, what Brad Shaw brings to the table, and next steps for the Philadelphia Flyers. Locked on Flyers 2025 NHL Draft Coverage Tracker https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1P0_omz_F4RCt-0fKa_...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ discuss the fallout from the Flyers rough loss vs the Toronto Maple Leafs. Is it on John Tortorella, as he suggested? What’s the disconnect between his coaching style and the team management? Plus, we preview Flyers vs Montreal Canadiens.  Is this season a surprise or are they where they should be in their rebuild? What can we do to stop Caufield, Hutson, & Slafko...

On today's episode, Rachel & Russ react to the Philadelphia Flyers 7-2 loss vs Toronto Maple Leafs. We discuss the benching of Cam York, the mistakes by Emil Andrae, the lack of structure to defend the passing by the Leafs, and more.  Then we address the goaltending problem that the Flyers find themselves in given the Aleksei Kolosov call-up. Where do the Flyers stand and what are the options? We...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers matchup vs the Toronto Maple Leafs. We get into how former Flyers forward Scott Laughton has fared so far with the Leafs, their scoring struggles, recent uneven play, and more. How can the Flyers win this one? Then we talk about the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, including the overall team performance and standout players for the week: We loo...

On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers very different losses vs Dallas Stars & Chicago Blackhawks from this past weekend. We break down the goaltending mess, the powerless in March play, Travis Konecny getting back on the board, Owen Tippett’s woes, Matvei Michkov’s 50th point, and more. Are we closer to an Alex Bump ELC? He led Western Michigan to an NCHC championship with...

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel break down the Philadelphia Flyers loss vs the Washington Capitals, despite two successful challenges & the big comeback effort clearly on display late in the game. We also address the power play, the lingering Rasmus Ristolainen injury, Travis Konency’s scoring drought, and Matvei Michkov going to bat for TK. Then we look at this weekend’s opponents the Dallas Sta...