PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

Well, the Philadelphia Flyers played the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night, and through 40 minutes it was kind of interesting. But the combination of a depleted offense, bad puck management, and Sam Ersson caught up to the Orange & Black, who got steamrolled in the third period, leading to a blowout loss. Join Bill Matz, Charlie O'Connor, Steve Jacot and the PHLY Flyers crew as they breakdown...

The Philadelphia Flyers seemed to be in control of the game with a power play that became a 5v3 in the back half of the third period, but it was former Flyer Scott Laughton who tied the game short-handed, setting up a crazy overtime that ended with an Easton Cowan goal. Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the loss, discussing the power play woes, Matvei Michkov losing his scoring touch, and the emoti...

We have reached the halfway point of the 2025-26 NHL season, with the Philadelphia Flyers closing the first half on a high note, a 5-2 victory over Cutter Gauthier’s Anaheim Ducks. On today’s show, Charlie & Bill dissect Trevor Zegras’ first 41 games in Orange & Black, and how complicated his contract extension negotiations with Danny Briere could be. Plus, we have to talk about this power play, a...

Two first-period goals by former Anaheim Duck Trevor Zegras were the difference in what was an emotional and violent night in South Philly and the Flyers improve to 3-0 against Cutter Gauthier since he was traded away. Bill, Steve & Charlie break down a huge win for the Orange & Black in their first game back from the West Coast road trip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz....

Well, they did it! Danny Briere and Christian Dvorak agreed late Monday night to a 5-year, $5.15M AAV contract extension for the 30-year-old center & pending UFA. Bill and Charlie discuss the news and contract value for Dvorak's career-year, as well as what this could mean for the Philadelphia Flyers long-term, including Trevor Zegras, Sean Couturier, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Our very own Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees, NJ to cover the Flyers' return to Philadelphia after their Disney On Ice road trip commenced with a 5-2 over McDavid's Edmonton Oilers, and before their big game Tuesday night vs Cutter Gauthier's Anaheim Ducks. Matvei Michkov missed practice for the Flyers today, with Rick Tocchet explaining he took a shot off the foot Saturday and repor...

The Philadelphia Flyers will have representatives on three of the four teams vying for medals in tonight’s World Junior Championship action. Tournament standout Porter Martone, along with Jett Luchanko, will represent Canada against Heikki Ruohonen and Max Westergard’s Finland squad in the Bronze Medal game before Jack Berglund captains Sweden against Czechia in the Gold Medal game. Shane Vansaghi...

The Philadelphia Flyers opened up a 3-0 lead in the first 15 minutes of the first period, highlighted by Denver Barkey’s first career goal. But it’s never easy against Connor McDavid & Co. and the Best Player in the World extended his point streak to 15 games with his customary two points. But it was Dan Vladar and the Flyers defense that choked the Edmonton firepower enough to get out of Edmonton...

Hockey insider Elliotte Friedman reported earlier this week that the Flyers and Christian Dvorak are talking a contract extension, as the 29-year old center is having a career year with the Philadelphia Flyers and playing on the same line as Trevor Zegras.  What could an extension look like for Dvorak? Would the Flyers be open to trading him? And are the Flyers prioritizing a contract extension fo...

Well, that game sucked. The Philadelphia Flyers just did not have it on New Years Eve, failing to generate any offense or get any saves in a loss to Morgan Frost, Joel Farabee and the Calgary Flames. Charlie & Bill ring in the new year breaking down a rough loss, while discussing a Matvei Michkov’s three “potential assists,” Jamie Drysdale’s power play struggles and taking PHLY Die Hards as call-i...

The Philadelphia Flyers bounced back on Wednesday night, taking down Rick Tocchet’s former employer and earning Dan Vladar the his 14th win of the season, tying a career high. Matvei Michkov recorded his fourth multi-point game of the season and Carl Grundstrom extended his goal streak to four games en route to the victory. Charlie & Bill break down the win, including Travis Konency finding his sc...

The Philadelphia Flyers didn’t play a terrible game, although the second period wasn’t exactly inspiring, but Trevor Zegras, Travis Konecny and the Orange & Black offense couldn’t get anything going against Philipp Grubauer on Sunday night. Charlie & Bill break down the loss, as well as discuss Christian Dvorak’s potential contract extension, Egor Zamula wanting to terminate his contract, and Denv...

In his latest Diehard article for allphly.com, Charlie O’Connor spoke with Philadelphia Flyers General Manager Danny Briere on a wide range of topics, including Trevor Zegras and Matvei Michkov.  What did Briere have to say about Trevor Zegras’ contract talks and his hybrid role? What about Matvei Michkov’s development and TOI? Listen and find out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

The Philadelphia Flyers have 2 wins in 2 days, as goals by Travis Konecny and Noah Cates powered the Flyers to a win over the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center.  Sam Ersson was solid as well, and a Carl Grundstrom empty net goal and assists from Zegras, Couturier, Konecny, and Drysdale sealed the victory.  Charlie and Steve break down the win, the upcoming schedule, and more. Hosted by Simplecas...

FINALLY! The Philadelphia Flyers’ long national nightmare is over, as the Orange and Black earned a regulation win for the first time since December 9. Nikita Grebenkin opened the scoring for the Flyers late in the second, and goals from Grundstrom, Dvorak, Tippett, and Michkov sealed the victory for the Flyguys. Steve, Kelly, and Charlie break down the Flyers’ last home game of 2025, their upcomi...

What a game...of course Artemi Panarin opened up the scoring late in the first, but then rookie Denver Barkey scored 2 points in 2 shifts, giving Sam Ersson and the Flyers a much-needed 3-1 lead. However, the Orange and Black blew the lead once again, and couldn't convert on two power plays in overtime. Panarin's 2 goals, Flyers' killer Mika Zibanejad's lone goal, and a shutout in the shootout sea...

We’re wrapping up the work week with a mailbag! We have Philadelphia Flyers questions ranging from Danny Briere’s plans this season and this summer, to looking back at Steve Mason’s tenure, and whether he could’ve beat the Rangers in 2014 if fully healthy. Bill & Steve discuss the past, present and future of the Flyers, as well as discuss Charlie’s interview with Philly’s GM. Hosted by Simplecast,...

Despite a highlight reel assist by Trevor Zegras and a 2-1 lead with under five minutes remaining in the second period, the Philadelphia Flyers choked away a game after dominating most of the first 30 minutes. Sam Ersson wasn’t great, but this one is on the offense, which was unable to beat Sam Ersson with a plethora of shots and chances before the Sabres’ skaters woke up. Bill, Steve & Charlie br...

After thinking rehab would get the job done in 2-3 months, it was announced today that Tyson Foerster is out five months as he’s now recovering from surgery on his injured arm. Bill, Kelly, and a checking-in-from the road Charlie discuss how the Philadelphia Flyers should go about replacing Foerster now that the duration is concrete. Plus, a look at the power play and Owen Tippett’s “contributions...

Carl Grundstrom needed very little time to take advantage of his promotion into the top-9, scoring his third goal in five games since his recall. Trevor Zegras scored on a 2-on-1 and Bobby Brink netted a goal off of a Matvei Michkov steal behind the net to give the Flyers a 3-1 lead after 40 minutes. Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the win, discussing Rasmus Ristolainen’s return, Dan Vladar’s con...

It happened! After months of rumors, the Vancouver Canucks sent star defenseman Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Liam Ohgren, and a 2026 first-round pick.  After the Flyers reportedly inquired about the star, why couldn't Danny Briere and company make the deal? Would it have taken Porter Martone or Matvei Michkov to get it done? Did drafting Jett Luchanko...

The Philadelphia Flyers have lost 3 consecutive games for the first time this season, albeit they’ve earned a point in each. Trevor Zegras and Dan Vladar starred in a comeback for the Flyers, but Zegras couldn’t convert his shootout attempt, and Vladar surrendered the only goal of the skills competition, allowing the Canes to escape with another win over the Flyers, their 8th straight. Charlie & B...

The Philadelphia Flyers have not beaten the Carolina Hurricanes in South Philly since March 5, 2020, having dropped eight straight to Rod Brind’Amour’s squad heading into this game. Trevor Zegras and his teammates seemed determined to break that streak in the first, opening up a two goal lead through 20 minutes. But a dominant second allowed the Canes to tie it. The teams traded goals in the third...

The Philadelphia Flyers played perfectly even with the Stanley Cup-contending Vegas Golden Knights through 60 minutes, going to OT tied at 2 and with matching shot totals. But a Travis Konecny giveaway in front of Dan Vladar proved fatal in the 3v3, allowing Jack Eichel and Mark Stone to connect for the winner. Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the loss, including solid performances from Trevor Zeg...

We’ve got a jam-packed show today, as suddenly the national hockey media can’t stop talking about the Philadelphia Flyers. Elliotte Friedman is talking Owen Tippett, Paul Bisonette is talking Matvei Michkov, and we’re here to break down all the rumors, likely and not-so-much. Charlie & Bill also discuss whether the NHL/Flyers will ever be considered alongside the “Major Sports,” as well as Dan Vla...