PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

Let’s just accept the framing that during Claude Giroux’s tenure as captain of the Philadelphia Flyers there was a leadership problem. The team clearly had bigger issues (lack of talent, first time coaches, bad drafts and contracts) but for the sake of argument, let’s accept it.How can the current Flyers learn from the mistakes of those teams and avoid the same “problems” in the locker room? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yesterday, Anthony Gargano joined the PHLY Flyers show to discuss all the reasons for optimism surrounding the Flyers’ rebuild and where they stand now. Today, Steve and Charlie break down the ways it all could go wrong, and the fair concerns about the organization right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The great Anthony Gargano joins the PHLY Flyers show today to discuss where the Flyers stand in their rebuild, and the reasons for optimism regarding their future. Does the presence of Matvei Michkov and an actual direction from the front office mean brighter days are on the horizon? 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 designs on a significant improvement in 2025-26 under new head coach Rick Tocchet. Which players on the roster will play the biggest role in deciding if they do? Charlie and Kelly discuss on Tuesday’s edition of PHLY Flyers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Broad Street Hockey’s Maddie Campbell joins the show for a preview of the 2025-26 Lehigh Valley Phantoms. We’re breaking down their projected roster, which prospects could make the NHL jump in the near future, and who still has a lot to prove in order to get to that point. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is 2026 supposed to be the year the Flyers ACTUALLY contend? What are the best and worst-case outcomes for this upcoming season? Favorite Netflix show currently? Bill Matz of the PHLY Flyers Podcast answers your extra mailbag questions on this edition of The Shootout! 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 mashup of Flashback Friday, F-Around Friday and a regular episode today!As the offseason winds down, Charlie & Bill are preparing for their 10th season working together by recounting some of their funniest interactions with Flyers players and staff.We’ll also take a look at the goaltending situation, and if it matches Danny Briere’s stated vision of competing in 2026-27. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How confident is the fanbase in Danny Briere? How about the NHL audience as a whole? How does the NHL’s website rank Philly’s best prospects and biggest questions heading into 2025-26?Charlie is back today, and Bill is catching him up on a lot of the business of the last 2 weeks. Plus, getting more takes on mailbag questions about Summer 2026 and the Flyers goaltending, recurring dreams and weird athlete interactions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our friends at Broad Street Hockey have begun their annual ranking of Flyers young talent, the Top 25 Under 25. Our AHL/prospect correspondent Maddie Campbell (who also happens to be the managing editor at BSH) wrote one of the initial pieces in the series, breaking down the honorable mentions who didn’t quite make the Top 25.Maddie & Bill discuss several of the players who finished on the outside, and how players like Alexis Gendron (HM) and Samu Tuomaala (#25) can work their way higher up the list and closer to the NHL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve got Petey!Long-time NHL video coach Steve Peters is back today, answering mailbag questions (and general stuff Bill finds interesting) about the Flyers rebuild, Team North America from the World Cup of Hockey, Jeremy Roenick, Mullett Arena, and a whole lot more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday Reviewsday is back! And today, we’re talking Adam Sandler’s latest masterpiece, Happy Gilmore 2!Bill & Kelly are sharing their favorite moments, jokes and cameos from the Netflix release, and their thoughts on a sequel to a 90s movie of their youth.Plus, a brief discussion on the possibility of bringing in another Anaheim Duck, the still un-signed Mason McTavish. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins have been public enemy number one in Philadelphia, but as the Pens slip towards a rebuild, are they still the Orange & Black’s most hated rival?Or has the emergence of the Carolina Hurricanes’ dominance of Philly surpassed Pitt? What about a western rival in Anaheim, since the Cutter Gauthier debacle? Are the still a lot of fans who can’t stand the New Jersey Devils or New York Rangers?Bill & Steve break down all 31 other teams and grade their hated level for each opponent. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bill and Steve are going head-to-head, selecting the best possible lineup of hockey players from movies and series. How many Mighty Ducks could make the cut? Which of Slap Shot’s Charlestown Chiefs could end up on the ice? And could Shoresy be a bigger contributor in this exercise than expected? Plus, has anyone actually ever seen The Love Guru? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Friday, fam!We’ve got some good stuff today, as we run ESPN’s Sports Misery Index to find out just how mad Philadelphia Flyers fans deserve to be. Plus, Steve and Bill share their best lineups of fictional hockey players. How many Might Ducks, Charlestown Chiefs and Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs will crack their lineups? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sean Couturier is coming off a bounce back season that saw him score 45 points, the 4th best total of his career.While encouraging, the question remains, how effective can Coots be over the remainder of his contract?Bill & Steve discuss their expectations for the nearly 33-year-old center, as well as who could succeed him as captain.Plus, a deeper look at Philadelphia’s defensive depth and whether they deserved the D grade they received from TSN. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another fun August show here at PHLY, while as all seems quiet on the hockey front, former NHL video coach Steve Peters joins the show to discuss what exactly is going on behind the scenes as teams prepare for training camp and the upcoming season.We’ve also FINALLY got resolution on the Ryan Johansen contract termination to talk about, plus, a look at how the Philadelphia Flyers’ blueline stacks up against the rest of the league, based on Travis Yost’s latest rankings for TSN. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It has been a highly debated topic since 2022, whether Danny Briere has passed on higher-upside players in the NHL Entry Draft for safer picks, or positions of need. The headliner, of course, is Jett Luchanko instead of Zeev Buium. But there are also debates regarding Oliver Bonk vs. Gabe Perreault, and even the 2025 draft, many fans would’ve taken the undersized center James Hagens over the big, skilled winger Porter Martone. Would Kelly & Bill swap the picks? Find out on THE SHOOTOUT! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday Reviewsday is on hold for the week, as we’ve just got too much to talk about today!Bill & Kelly are discussing the best & worst decisions Danny Briere has made as Philadelphia Flyers GM this offseason, and the possibility of a few more decisions with some veteran free agents available who might be willing to come into camp on PTOs.We’ll also answer more mailbag questions, including discussions on next year’s draft, Sign Guy, Matvei Michkov, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Mailbag Monday to all who celebrate!We’re dropping the puck on this week with listener questions about our preferences for Matvei Michkov’s success next season, or the team as a whole, as well as discussions on the failed trade with the Blues that would have sent Travis Sanheim to St. Louis, trading for a 1C, the much-hyped Summer of 2026 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 try this again! PHLY’s AHL & Prospect correspondent Maddie Campbell joins to discuss the performances of Flyers prospects at the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase. Is Jack Berglund raising his stock as a prospect with his performance at the mini-tournament? Will Porter Martone lead Canada to its first gold since 2023? What does Jett Luchanko’s absence mean for his role as a returnee from last year? We cover all the Flyers prospects performances from the Summer Showcase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve all had them. A player we followed from their draft year, or from another team’s system, or someone we happened to see play one great game, and then we believe in them.And, typically for the Philadelphia Flyers, that player just doesn’t meet expectations. From goalies like Antero Niittymäki and Petr Mrazek who got off to hot starts, to players who had a chance but were derailed by injuries, like Eric Wellwood and Marc-Andre Bourdon.Bill & Steve are remembering their favorite busts, disappointments and bad calls on players they thought would make an impact 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.

Matvei Michkov lived up to the hype in his rookie season with the Philadelphia Flyers, but could he have a sophomore slump in his 2nd season with the Orange and Black? Bill Matz and Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast analyze the best-case and worst-case scenarios. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles kickoff their preseason tonight with a game against the Cincinnati Bengals, so let’s use that as a springboard to talk about the Flyers’ preseason, shall we? The Orange & Black will suit up for 7 preseason games, beginning September 21 against the Islanders. It feels like the roster is pretty well set, but we’ve seen this team make room for players who set themselves apart in camp and during the exhibition schedule. Charlie & Bill discuss what it will take for Jett Luchanko, Oliver Bonk, Samu Tuomaala, and others to push their way onto the NHL roster. Plus, a discussion on Danny Briere’s “inefficient spending.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whether the Philadelphia Flyers are Stanley Cup contenders or in the standings’ basement, there’s a long tradition among Philly fans of having a whipping boy or two who absorbs most of the blame for the team’s shortcomings. Sometimes warranted (Andrew MacDonald) and sometimes ridiculous (Claude Giroux), but always a magnet for the city’s ire.Today, Charlie & Bill attempt to decipher who is next in line for the title of most overly-criticized Flyer.Plus, a review of Rick Tocchet’s latest media appearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday Reviewsday is back, as we make our way through a binge of Shoresy! Today, we’re tackling the second of four seasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to August! With Flyers rookie camp still over a month away, and very little news coming out of the NHL, Charlie & Bill are catching up on some prospect news, including Jack Berglund’s big World junior Summer Showcase, and diving into some Diehard questions from a recent mailbag. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers re-signed Cam York, Tyson Foerster, and Noah Cates to contract extensions this offseason, as all 3 were set to become restricted free agents this summer. Were the contracts good deals or bad deals for the Orange and Black? Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast and Broad Street Hockey's very own Kelly Hinkle discuss the deals and the seasons they expect from the group. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s F-Around Friday, and we’re doing a little random ranking day. It’s been a rough last 10 years in Flyers world, and we’re making sense of it all by ranking the best Flyers defensemen post-Chris Pronger, the worst moments for the organization over the past 10 years, 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 a special day here at PHLY! The one and only Jim Jackson, TV Play-by-Play for the Philadelphia Flyers, joins the show to discuss the Flyers' offseason, including the NHL Draft, hiring of Rick Tocchet, and more.Plus, hear from JJ on what he expects for the Flyers this upcoming season with the addition of Trevor Zegras, Dan Vladar, and others. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s time to break down the Flyers’ prospect pool, and who better to help us do so than PHLY European correspondent Alexander Appleyard! Alex joins the show to break down the Flyers’ prospects position-by-position, evaluating everyone from Porter Martone to Alex Bump to Denver Barkey to Egor Zavragin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Tuesday Reviewsday....sort of! Charlie and Kelly review the Flyers offseason moves: including the hiring of Rick Tocchet as head coach, Briere's bold trade for Trevor Zegras, their 2025 NHL draft picks, 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.

There actually is hockey this week, as the World Junior Summer Showcase kicked off on Sunday, with seven Flyers prospects participating. Charlie and Steve are also taking mailbag questions on this fine Monday, with a focus on prospects and the Flyers’ future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the offseason, Flyers fam! You know how we do it on Fridays in the depths of summer, we F Around! And today, we’ve got the perfect co-host in Steve Jacot joining Bill for a fun day of “Would You Rather?” choices for Flyers fans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Petey joins Bill to discuss Rick Tocchet, under whom he was an assistant for Tocc’s 4-year tenure in the desert, as well as Trevor Zegras’ fit on Broad Street, how Philly can fix its absolutely dreadful power play, Matvei Michkov taking the next step under a new staff and however much more we can fit inside an hour-ish show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

During PHLY’s rank week, we got a persistent question from listeners- how could we not tackle the 2007 draft lottery?So, bill & Kelly are covering it today in an edition of What If Wednesday!Would the outcome of the 2010 Stanley Cup Final have been different? Would the Chicago Blackhawks even be there? And how would it impact Paul Holmgren’s team building efforts over the next several seasons?Plus, a few What Ifs that did make it into the rank week discussion, and a conversation about Michkov playing the dreaded DUMP AND CHASE. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Porter Martone opting to play for Michigan State this upcoming season, Bill and Charlie of the PHLY Flyers Podcast discuss their ideal opening-night lineups for the Philadelphia Flyers when they travel to Florida for the season opener against the Panthers on Thursday, October 9th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer fun has officially begun! With most of the Philadelphia Flyers business done until camp opens, we drop the puck on our offseason schedule with a review of some hockey-related media, starting with season 1 of Shoresy.Charlie, Kelly & Bill breakdown their favorite parts of Jared Keeso’s Letterkennny spinoff following the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs’ journey back to relevance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Early Monday morning reports emerged that Porter Martone would be leaving Canadian Major-juniors in favor of the NCAA, and Michigan State would be Martone’s destination.Charlie & Bill discuss what this means for the 2025 6th overall pick, and answer a variety of mailbag questions as well. 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, along with the rest of the NHL, has a schedule for the 2025-26 season!When does Cutter Gauthier come back for part 2 of his “welcome back” party? How does the Olympic break impact the stretch drive? When will Morgan Frost & Joel Farabee see their first action as visitors in Philly? For what dates should I clear my schedule to check out Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby and the rest of the league’s highest profile stars?Charlie & Bill are diving into the Flyguys’ schedule and discussing the most notable games, road trips and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WHAT IF the Flyers never signed Ilya Bryzgalov and kept Sergei Bobrovsky? What if Chris Pronger stayed healthy? Bill and Charlie debate the Top 10 "What Ifs" in Philadelphia Flyers history and how these scenarios could have significantly impacted the Orange and Black. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With a new head coach and promising prospect pool, Bill and Charlie of the PHLY Flyers Podcast compare the Flyers' rebuild to past and present rebuilds around the NHL and debate how long the Orange and Black’s rebuild could actually take. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re continuing our expectations conversations on today’s show. On Tuesday we discussed Flyers “top tier” prospects like Porter Martone and Jack Nesbitt. Today, we’re diving into prospects who may not have star potential but could be contributors, like Alex Bump and Denver Barkey and Cole Knuble.Charlie & Bill will also talk expectations for the NHL or close-to-NHL defensemen for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we’re talking about prospects! With Scott Wheeler’s top 100 prospect rankings as a jumping off point, Charlie & Bill discuss the ceiling and floor for the Philadelphia Flyers’ pool of future players. 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 expecting to be a lot better than the team that finished fourth from the bottom in 2024-25.So this week, Charlie & Bill are taking a look at Philly’s position groups, beginning today with the Orange & Black’s top-6 forwards.Could Matvei Michkov become a sophomore superstar? How will Tyson Foerster’s injury impact his season? Can Travis Konecny find consistency throughout 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 today’s show we’re diving deeper into the NHL’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement, and some off-ice news around the league, including the Draft potentially remaining decentralized.Charlie & Bill discuss the controversial state tax issue and its impact on contract prices and the tangible benefit for the no-tax teams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While a surprise trade or other exciting move like an offer sheet could potentially still be on the table, it feels like Danny Briere’s heavy lifting is done for Summer 2025, having secured center depth in both free agency and the draft, upgraded the goaltending position, and taking a swing on a potential star in the Trevor Zegras trade.So with the offseason moves probably wrapped up, Charlie & Bill are debating their grades for Philly’s GM, as well as comparing where the Flyers are in their rebuild to historical rebuilds of the Salary Cap Era. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Danny done? There are still some lower level free agents available, and a few trade options that would require salary cap gymnastics, but there’s a strong chance the Philadelphia Flyers roster today is the roster we saw when training camp and the preseason begin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re getting back into Flyers development camp on today’s episode, and exploring the prospects who might be a little further from the NHL but may be contributors one day.From Notre Dame’s Cole Knuble showing signs of improvement after an impressive 2nd NCAA season, to Noah Powell and his bumpy draft+1 season, Charlie & Bill discuss the best & worst from last week’s festivities at the Flyers Training center in Voorhees. 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’ last pressing bit of business is complete, as it was reported this morning that Cam York signed a 5-year contract extension worth $5.15 million annually.Charlie & Bill break down the defenseman’s signing and expectations for him going forward, before getting into development camp and young Flyers with a chance to make the club including Alex Bump and Porter Martone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NHL on TNT's Chris Jastrzembski joined Bill Matz of the PHLY Flyers Podcast to discuss the Flyers moves in the NHL Draft and free agency as well as other signings and trades around the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.