PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

The Philadelphia Flyers closed out 2024 with a decisive win over the San Jose Sharks and Macklin Celebrini.John Tortorella rolled 4 lines against the lowly Sharks, and Philly stymied San Jose for most of the night, limiting their offensive opportunities and taking advantage of a healthy shot differential.Bill, Charlie & Kelly ring in the new year breaking down the Orange & Black‘s victory and discussing the Calder Trophy favorites. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov is officially back, scoring a goal and picking up an assist for his 10th career multi-point game to break a 7-game slump, but it wasn’t enough to outscore the LA Kings on Sunday night.Charlie & Bill break down the loss, and discuss Michkov finding the back of the net, Laughton’s hot streak, Aleksei Kolosov & more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers stole the first game for the Gauthier vs. Drysdale matchup, winning 3-1 in Anaheim.Sam Ersson had a strong bounce back performance, Noah Cates and Morgan Frost each potted a goal, and even Joel Farabee finally netted one late into the 3rd to seal the deal.Bill, Charlie, and Kelly react to the game and preview the Flyers’ matchup tomorrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sean Couturier celebrated the birth of his newborn son with a goal in the 2nd period, but the Flyers just did not have enough to overcome Sidney Crosby’s 3 assist first period and a lackluster performance from Sam Ersson.Charlie, Kelly & Bill breakdown the loss, and how Sam Ersson’s recent play could open the door for Aleksei Kolosov and maybe even Ivan Fedotov.Plus, FESTIVUS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After finding themselves in a 2-0 hole early in the 2nd period, the Flyers tied the game 3 times in the 3rd period, and escaped with a miraculous 5-4 overtime win over Columbus Blue Jackets courtesy of Owen Tippett.Charlie, Tyler, and Steve discuss tonight’s win and what’s next for the Orange and Black with their lengthy upcoming road trip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coming off a 7-3 loss to the LA kings, Danny Briere made one move before the clock struck midnight and rosters froze for the Christmas holiday, sending Emil Andrae back to the AHL Lehigh Valley Phantoms.While the Flyers passed on making a trade before the freeze, there’s plenty going on on Broad Street between Cam York getting scratched, Matvei Michkov’s slump and much more.Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the orange & black’s cold streak, potential roster shakeups, and goaltenders live from the Reading Terminal Market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers and Kings gave us a crazy first 40 minutes, with the score tied 3-3 and and Philadelphia with a 24-19 shot advantage.But Los Angeles took over in the 3rd, scoring in the first two minutes and adding three more to ice the game.Bill, Charlie & Steve break down the loss and what it will take for the Orange & Black to get back on track. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Down 4-2 at the end of the 2nd period, the Flyers chances of winning seemed slim after two periods of sloppy play. Yet, in a classic twist, the Flyers clawed their way back to tie the game 4-4 5 mins into the 3rd but unfortunately lost their way in a 6-4 defeat.Bill, Charlie, and the birthday girl Kelly react to the loss and preview tomorrow's game as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With back-to-back games on Wednesday and Thursday, and the Holiday Roster Freeze going into effect in between, there have been rumors circulating that Philadelphia has been involved in trade talks with several teams, including the Los Angeles Kings.Charlie & Bill discuss the rumors, as well as John Tortorella’s comments concerning Matvei Michkov, Morgan Frost, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marc-Andre Fleury picked up his 33rd and final career win against the Philadelphia Flyers while MVP-favorite Kirill Kaprizov scored his 19th & 20th goals of the season in Minnesota’s win on Saturday afternoon.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss, potential lineup changes for Wednesday, and some news about Philly’s prospects headed to the World Juniors Championships later this month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After being named the Philadelphia Flyers #2 goaltender ahead of Ivan Fedotov, Aleksei Kolosov turned in one of his best performances, stopping 25 of 26 Red Wings shots on Thursday night.But is Kolosov done climbing the Orange and Black’s depth chart? Could Kolosov challenge starter Sam Ersson for playing time?Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the competition between the pipes, as well as Emil Andrae in the defensive rotation, Scott Laughton’s 4 goals, and Matvei Michkov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott Laughton continued his dominance over the Detroit Red Wings, scoring 4 GOALS to give him 13 in his last 13 games against the Wings and over 100 overall goals for his career.Aleksei Kolosov, on the day John Tortorella told the media his young Russian rookie netminder was officially #2 on Philly’s depth chart, was great as well, coming within 4 minutes of his first career shutout.Charlie, Bill & Steve break down the win, the goalie situation, and what to expect when the Flyers and Red Wings meet again in 6 days. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Wednesday, Charlie published an article putting an imaginary optimistic Flyers fan against an imaginary pessimist. On today’s show, Charlie, Kelly and Bill have the debate for real.Should the excitement over Matvei Michkov’s point-per-game pace outweigh the lack of centers to match his skill? Travis Sanheim and Travis Konecny are having all-star caliber seasons, but is that enough to justify long-term commitments to veterans during a rebuild?And where are we on Owen Tippett, Bobby Brink, Jamie Drysdale and other young pieces? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov registered a pair of assists to make him a point-per-game player through the first 27 games of his career, and Travis Konecny notched a pair of goals en route to a big win for the Flyers in Columbus on Tuesday night.Charlie & Bill discuss the win, as well as strong performances for Jamie Drysdale, Morgan Frost, 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.

With both the Philadelphia Flyers and Utah HC on the backend of back-to-backs, it was the artists formerly known as the Arizona Coyotes that came out on top, as they were just sharper pretty much all night.With both Sam Ersson and Jamie Drysdale making their returns, the Flyers could have benefitted from the addition of fresh legs, but unfortunately it was t enough, as they just spent too much time in their own zone.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss and what’s next for a few Flyers at crossroads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov gave the Flyers a 2-0 lead in the first period, but Boston fought back with a couple of 3rd period goals to send the game to overtime where, despite a Joel Farabee breakaway, the Bruins won it in the 3v3.Charlie & Bill break down the loss, and discuss the undisciplined play that has undone the Orange and black in consecutive losses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Check out the first 26 games of the Philadelphia Flyers schedule. Open the box score and see how the final 10, 20, 30 minutes unfolded. Philly has accomplished its stated goal of competitive hockey, with at least 20 games so far unfolding in dramatic fashion.But is that sustainable? We saw the team fall off a cliff late last season. Will the pressure turn them into diamonds or crack them?Charlie & Bill discuss the ridiculous nature of Flyers hockey, plus Matvei Michkov’s big night, Tyson Foerster and Owen Tippett heating up, and why Jacob Trouba may make sense in Orange & Black. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers fought back from a 3-0 deficit to take a 5-4 lead, but there’s a reason the Florida Panthers have ruled the Eastern Conference for over 2 years. The Cats fought back and ended up toppling Philly 7-5, in a wild game at the Wells Fargo Center.Charlie, Bill & JP break down the loss and what’s next for the Flyers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s our first show of December and the Philadelphia Flyers are currently holding the 2nd Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference!Charlie, Kelly & Bill take a look at the standings, Matvei Michkov’s rookie performance, and the best and worst of the first 2 months of the Philadelphia Flyers season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MICHKOVMANIA!Matvei Michkov, for the 3rd time as a teenager, scored the overtime winner for the Flyers to cap off a game that went from boring to dramatic very quickly.Michkov set up Owen Tippett to open the scoring and that’s all we saw until a busy 3rd period, as the standouts in the game were goaltenders Jordan Binnington and Aleksei Kolosov. That is, until OT.Charlie & Bill break down the win and the tremendous play of the Russian Rookies. 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 scored a couple of goals on Igor Shesterkin before 4:30 had elapsed in the first period, and they didn’t score again until the Rangers star netminder was on the bench with 28 seconds left, but it was enough to earn the victory!Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the win and appreciate Travis Konecny. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I can’t believe what I just saw. The Flyers win in overtime after doing pretty much nothing all game.Morgan Frost tied the game with 11 seconds left and Sean Couturier won it in overtime, tapping a puck from Travis Konecny by Juuse Saros for the win.Charlie & Bill discuss the game, and the news and trade rumors swirling about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Morgan Frost and Sean Couturier gave the Flyers a 2-0 lead in the first period and Emil Andrae netted the first goal of his career before the 30-second mark of the 2nd to put Philadelphia up 3-0 on the Pacific-leading Golden Knights.But Vegas made the game 3-2 before Matvei Michkov restored the 2 goal lead, but before the 2nd expired Vegas was once again within a goal, trailing 4-3.Vegas tied it in the 3rd, and despite a ton of late chances for the Orange & Black in the 3rd and throughout OT, Jack Eichel and Ilya Samsonov were too much to overcome in the shootout.Charlie, Bill & JP break down the loss and the efforts of Michkov, Frost, Farabee & Fedotov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov certainly has a flare for the dramatic, scoring the OT winner against Connor Bedard’s Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday afternoon in South Philly.Bill, JP & Charlie break down the comeback win and the returns to the lineup for the Flyers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Twenty games into the 2024-25 season, the Philadelphia Flyers are 8-10-2 (.450). Matvei Michkov is leading all rookies in goals and points. Travis Konecny is continuing his scoring pace of the previous 2 seasons. Travis Sanheim looks more and more like a top-pair defenseman. Ivan Fedotov has had his ups and downs.Beyond that, it feels like we need a lot more time to figure out exactly what to make of some of this team’s younger players.Charlie & Bill debate passing judgements on Tyson Foerster, Noah Cates, Aleksei Kolosov, Morgan Frost and more! 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 a fairly solid first 40 minutes against a very good Carolina Hurricanes team, but failure to pull the trigger on some chances came back to bite Philly in the 3rd, as the Canes surged for 3 goals in the first 7 minutes of the final frame to put the game on ice.Charlie, Bill & Steve break down the loss, and how John Tortorella can use this game to reset his lineup and move forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia Flyers fans and analysts came into the season with high expectations for a lot of individuals. Most of those individuals were wingers- Matvei Michkov, Tyson Foerster, Joel Farabee, Owen Tippet, and Bobby Brink.Those wingers have had varying degrees of success, but one constant in Philly’s lineup is the inability of any center to generate any offense.Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the lack of centers in the organization, as well as the injuries and roster questions that have come up over the last few weeks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers showed real fight in the final minutes of this game, but ultimately fell to the Colorado Avalanche 3-2, on the strength of 2 goals by Cale Makar.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss, as a few of the positives, like Helge Grans’ debut and first NHL point. 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 are officially hot. The Orange and black have won 3 in a row, have picked up points in 5 straight and have won 4 of those 5 games.Ivan Fedotov, Matvei Michkov, Travis Sanheim and Travis Konecny all starred in this beat down of the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night.Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the win and if this team is back to where it was a year ago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a MAILBAG FRIDAY!Fresh off of a 5-4 overtime win courtesy of Matvei Michkov, Bill is taking a step back to answer some questions from Flyers fans.What’s next for Morgan Frost? How will the goaltending situation play out? Which Flyers would make the best tag team partners, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers went to their 4th straight overtime game, and Matvei Michkov won it for the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4.Even with a lack of shots on goal, Travis Sanheim started the scoring early and Ivan Fedotov had another strong game to get the win in Ottawa.Bill and Charlie discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov returned to John Tortorella’s lineup on Monday night and scored a goal, picked up a primary assist and also potted one in the shootout. Emil Andrae has been a standout since being recalled from the Phantoms, and now finds himself on the Flyers’ top pair, posting 19:55 and 25:40 in the last two games.Charlie & Bill break down the rookie performances, as well as what’s going on with Philadelphia’s roster situation, Morgan Frost’s future, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matvei Michkov makes his return to the lineup with a huge game against Macklin Celebrini and the Sharks, scoring a goal and picking up an assist, plus scoring in the shootout, to seal a 4-3 Flyers win.Michkov won the Calder battle, but another Flyers rookie, Emil Andrae, was incredible in this game.Bill, JP & Charlie break down the win and the team’s entertaining but zany performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers finally got some secondary scoring with goals from Joel Farabee, Anthony Richard & Garnet Hathaway lighting the lamp but after 65 minutes, the Florida Panther prevailed in a 5 round shootout.Bill, Charlie & Owen break down the loss and what’s next for the Flyers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pregame headlines were all about Matvei Michkov’s benching and Aleksei Kolosov getting hurt at morning skate but the postgame is all about Ivan Fedotov!Up against one of the highest scoring teams in hockey, Fedotov stood tall in regulation, overtime and the shootout to secure the win over Tampa Bay.Bill, JP & Charlie break down the win, and the lineup decisions John Tortorella has facing him now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After kicking their southeastern road trip off with a loss to the red hot Hurricanes, the Flyers find themselves at the very bottom of the NHL’s standings by total points and points-percentage.While it is only November 6th, dead last is not where most fans expected to see John Tortorella’s squad.Charlie & Bill discuss what’s up with the 4-8-1 Flyguys, and if this may have been Danny Briere’s plan all along. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers went into Carolina to take on a hot Hurricanes team and battled with one of the best in the East, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Canes’ attack which overwhelmed Philly all night.Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the loss and what’s next on the Flyers southeastern roadtrip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re back with a new week of Flyers coverage, and with a road trip down the southeastern coast coming up, Bill & Kelly talk about a few big picture questions facing the Orange & Black- how is Matvei Michkov’s Rookie of the Year race going, and how are the 2025 draft picks shaping up?We also will get into the Sam Ersson injury, and how John Tortorella & Co. should handle the goaltending situation while the #1 is out.Plus, WHO ARE THE FLYERS HIDING FROM US?! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam Ersson, after allowing 1 goal over his previous 2 starts, exited Saturday afternoon’s game with an injury after only 7:36 of play, and saving all 8 shots he faced.Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down what losing Ersson could mean, as well as what is going on with the Flyers’ offense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers closed out another defensive battle for a victory, their first consecutive wins of the season, beating the Blues 2-1.The defense and Sam Ersson were spectacular, and Bobby Brink scored the winner late in the third to seal the victory.Bill, JP & Charlie break down the win and what the Flyers can build on going into November. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy mischief night, PHLY Flyers Fam!On the eve of Halloween, we’re taking a look at the first ten games for a number of Orange & Black players to determine who has been a trick, and who has been a treat.Charlie, Kelly and Bill discuss Matvei Michkov, John Tortorella and his staff, Owen Tippett, and A whole bunch of other Flyguys, all with a little Halloween fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A shut-out victory for Sam Ersson! Tyson Foerster's 2nd-period goal and Joel Farabee's empty-netter sealed the deal for the Orange and Black, as they escape from Boston with a 2-0 victory, their first regulation win in Boston since 2011.Bill, Charlie, and Kelly discuss the game, Ersson and the defense's performance, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The goaltending has been bad. The offense has been inconsistent, at best. The defense has been banged up. The Philadelphia Flyers seem to be struggling in all phases of the game to start the 2024-25 season, posting the league’s 2nd worst points-percentage and 2nd worst goal-differential in the NHL.Charlie & Bill break down what has gone right for the Orange & Black (Matvei Michkov!) and everything else that has gone wrong in the first few weeks of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Flyers were right back to looking like the listless team they’ve been for a majority of the season, after what was a promising performance on Saturday.Aleksei Kolosov was up and down in his debut, but it was a completely non-existent forecheck or any offensive push that doomed Philly against the Montreal Canadiens.Bill, Steve and Charlie break down the game, and what might be next for Kolosov and Emil Andrae. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sean Couturier picked up his 500th point and first goal since last February in style, and went on to score 3 and combine with linemates Matvei Michkov and Travis Konecny for 12 points in a 7-5 Flyers win, their first at home and first in regulation of the season.Bill, JP & Charlie break down the action and look ahead to tomorrow’s game as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TGIF! The Flyers are looking to bounce back this weekend with back-to-back home games on Saturday and Sunday. Bill and Charlie are off today, but we still have you covered! A BRAND NEW mailbag edition of PHLY Flyers. Is Sean Couturier's treatment the reason the Flyers are struggling? Is John Tortorella's line juggling messing with chemistry? Who is a legitimate coaching option post-Torts? And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers were close to pulling off an epic early season comeback, turning a 4-0 blowout into a 4-3 game, but some late decisions by the Orange and black killed them after a stellar effort in the second half of the game. Charlie, Kelly & Bill breakdown the night, including Matvei Michkov’s big night, Ivan Fedotov’s rollercoaster and wtf is Egor Zamula up to? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A season that began with a buzz thanks to the addition of Matvei Michkov and the anticipation of young players like Tyson Foerster, Bobby Brink and Jamie Drysdale stepping up has not gone according to plan thus far. Philadelphia’s 5v5 offense continues to struggle, and now the power play is hurting after allowing a pair of short-handed goals to the Washington Capitals in defeat on Tuesday night. Bill, Charlie & Steve break down the home loss and what it’s going to take for the Flyers to find their game again. 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 are off to a 1-3-1 start, and fans have questions about a season that had a bit more buzz than years passed.Ivan Fedotov has stunk, Sean Couturier is on the left wing of the 4th line, Jett Luchanko hasn’t scored a point and John Tortorella is getting some flak for this team’s rough start.Bill & Kelly discuss what has gone on over the first 5 games of the season and field listener questions from social media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers are finally back in Philadelphia and maybe they left their jam out west, because Saturday’s home opener was a failure.Sam Ersson did what he could but the defensive zone coverage and offensive zone creation looked a lot like the team that lost 12 of 17 to end the 2023-24 season.Bill & JP break down the loss, and what’s next for the 1-3-1 Flyers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.