PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

The Flyers come up empty as the Ducks announced on Thursday that they will be matching the 5-year, $90 million offer sheet that Daniel Briere tossed Leo Carlsson’s way. On the PHLY Flyers podcast today, Charlie and Kelly talk through the disappointment of the news, and what it means for the Flyers, their offseason, and their future plans.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

It’s Day 5 of the Leo Carlsson saga, and still no word from Anaheim. Charlie and special guest host Alex Appleyard break down Carlsson the player, and then turn their attention to the Flyers prospect pool in the wake of development camp. Which players stood out the most? Charlie and Alex discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Claude Giroux is NOT coming to Philadelphia, as he appears to be on the verge of returning to Ottawa despite reports to the contrary last week. What does this mean for the Flyers’ projected lineup, especially with the Leo Carlsson offer sheet still unresolved? Charlie and Steve break it all down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

It’s Day 3 of the Leo Carlsson offer sheet watch – when will Pat Verbeek and the Anaheim Ducks let the rest of the NHL know their decision? In the meantime, Charlie and Steve discuss the latest rumors and reports on Carlsson, the Ducks’ cap situation, a look at the Flyers roster, and much more.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

DANNY BRIERE HAS DONE IT! Well, at least the first step. After an underwhelming first few days of free agency, the Philadelphia Flyers have made the splash of the summer, signing Anaheim Ducks’ 21-year-old top-line center Leo Carlsson, Anaheim’s selection at 2nd overall in 2023, to a 5-year offer sheet worth a record $18 million annually. Charlie & Bill react to the blockbuster news, and discuss w...

The Philadelphia Flyers mostly took care of in-house business on Day 1 of free agency, extending the contracts Dan Vladar and Tyson Foerster. But outside of the 4th line’s Garnet Hathaway replacement in Noel Acciari, Danny Briere didn’t do much to improve the 2026-27 Flyers. And after saying the team could possibly take a “step back” in the coming season, fans are understandably concerned, especia...

It’s the first day of the new league year for the NHL, and Canada Day, which means teams are signing free agents, extending the contract of players with one year left on their deals, and making trades galore! Charlie & Bill break down the action, discussing Danny Briere’s re-signings, whether a Claude Giroux reunion makes sense, the dream of a short-term, big money deal for John Carlson, and more!...

With the new NHL year beginning tomorrow, July 1st, today we’re focusing on Flyers Development Camp, and all the goings-on in Voorhess at the Flyers Training Center since the weekend’s draft. Charlie share his notes and thoughts on the new crop of prospects, as well as Porter Martone’s participation, and more. Plus, a look at the biggest rumors around the NHL, including what it will take to land Z...

With the 2026 NHL Draft behind us, it’s time to go into full offseason mode, and taking a look at how Danny Briere can go about improving the present and future of the Philadelphia Flyers. Charlie & Bill discuss various trade rumors, including Zach Werenski, Darnell Nurse and more. Plus a look at the top available offer sheet-eligible free agents and the Flyers’ draft results. Hosted by Simplecast...

The Philadelphia Flyers made the controversial decision to select Maksim Sokolovskii with the 27th overall pick in the first round, after trading down with the San Jose Sharks from 21st overall. Now, with more draft capital on day two, including two picks in each of the second and fourth rounds, Danny Briere is tasked with filling out the rest of the draft class, and potentially making adds for th...

THE WAIT IS OVER! Live from Yards Brewing Co. in Philly, it's the 2026 PHLY/BSH NHL Draft Party! With the Flyers selecting at No. 21 overall and only 4 picks on both days, the Orange and Black are poised for an interesting night. Will Danny be dealing in the first round? Join Bill and Charlie of the PHLY Flyers Podcast, Steve and Kelly of Broad Street Hockey, and several SPECIAL guests throughout...

Could the Philadelphia Flyers take a chance on one of the most intimidating defense prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft?  In this prospect profile, Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down Maksim Sokolovskii, the massive 6'8", 238-pound blueliner from the London Knights who has quickly become one of the draft's biggest wild cards. Known for his physical play, long reach, and punishing h...

The 2026 NHL Entry Draft is tomorrow June 26th, so today is our final pre-draft show and we’ve got plenty to discuss. USHL scout and PHLY Prospect analyst Alex Appleyard joins Charlie & Bill to discuss Philadelphia’s options at 21 and 53, his thoughts on the draft class, late-round sleepers and more. But we’re also reacting to the Flyers’ latest trade, sending Garnet Hathaway to the Florida Panthe...

After another shocking trade yesterday that saw the Chicago Blackhawks send the 4th overall draft pick in Friday’s draft to Buffalo for Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, Charlie & Bill discuss how the Flyers could take advantage of this red-hot trade market. Plus, a look at Charlie’s mock draft ( https://allphly.com/nhl-mock-draft-flyers-pick-mckenna-stenberg/ ), responses to yesterday’s conversati...

In this prospect profile, Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down everything Flyers fans need to know about Finnish center Oliver Suvanto, one of the most intriguing two-way forwards in this year's draft class.  Standing 6'3" and already playing against professionals in Finland's Liiga, Suvanto has earned praise from scouts for his maturity, defensive awareness, skating ability, an...

The long-rumored trade sending Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers to unite with his brother Matthew has come to fruition, and now it seems many members of the 2026 Olympic Gold Medal team are interested in teaming up together to create NBA-style “super teams” in Vegas, Minnesota and Florida. What does this mean for the Flyers, who plan on moving from mediocre to contender in the next few season...

Elton Hermansson is one of the most intriguing prospects available in the 2026 NHL Draft class. Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down the skilled Swedish winger's game in his latest prospect profile, as Hermansson has climbed draft boards thanks to his elite puck skills, offensive creativity, smooth skating, and standout performances against professional competition in Sweden.  A...

HAPPY FRIDAY! Today, we’re diving deeper into some of the louder rumors circling South Philly/South Jersey, discussing the Flyers’ reported interest in Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Darnell Nurse, as well as the link between Ottawa wanting Rasmus Ristolainen and Danny Briere coveting one of Shane Pinto, Ridly Greig and Dylan Cozens. Plus, we’re going to have a mini-F Around Friday, talking about the...

Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down the rise of Swedish center Alexander Command, one of the fastest-rising prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft class. The Örebro HK prospect put together an outstanding season in Sweden, producing at a high level in the J20 Nationell while also earning time in the SHL against professional competition.  Scouts have praised his hockey IQ, playmaking a...

HAPPY MAILBAG THURSDAY! With no Charlie today, let’s have a little fun answering questions from listeners about Danny Briere’s draft and offseason to-do list, what NHL franchise Bill would put a curse on, how lofty our expectations for Porter Martone should be going into his Calder-eligible season, whether it’s actually time to add veteran talent on big-money contracts, and all sorts of other Flye...

Danny Briere checked a major box off his summer priority list yesterday, shoring up the backup goalie position by trading for Joseph Woll, along with defenseman Simon Benoit, and shipping out pending RFAs Emil Andrae and Sam Ersson, with a third round pick. Today, we’re grading Briere’s move, and discussing what’s next for the the Flyers offseason plan as Philadelphia looks to make incremental imp...

In this NHL Draft 2026 prospect profile, Charlie O'Connor of PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down the game of Maddox Dagenais, the 6-foot-4, physical forward from the Québec Remparts who has been climbing draft boards ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. With a powerful shot, strong net-front presence, and an increasingly well-rounded two-way game, Dagenais brings the size and compete level that NHL teams cove...

DANNY DOES IT AGAIN! In a surprising Tuesday afternoon move, Flyers GM Danny Briere acquired Leafs' goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in exchange for goalie Sam Ersson, defenseman Emil Andrae, and a 2026 3rd round pick. Bill, Charlie, and Kelly break it all down and report on Briere and AGM Brent Flahr's press conference discussing the move and upcoming 2026 NHL Draft. Hosted by S...

Last night the Carolina Hurricanes completed their 6-game series win over the Vegas Golden Knights to clinch the second Stanley Cup in franchise history. Today, Charlie & Bill discuss how the Canes won it and what the Flyers can take from their divisional foe. Also, draft prep begins today! With the season now over, the next thing to do is prepare for the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. We’ll discuss the to...

HAPPY FRIDAY! On today’s show, we’re talking Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, as Rod Brind’Amour and the Carolina Hurricanes have taken a 3-2 lead on John Tortorella’s Vegas Golden Knights. We’ll talk Jordan Staal for Conn Smythe, Torts’ postgame and more. Plus, we’re finishing out the winger grades with Porter Martone, Matvei Michkov, Nikita Grebenkin and the rest of the remaining Flyers wingers....