Snow the Goalie: A Flyers Podcast

Anthony and Russ discuss how the hiring of Alain Vigneault changes the off-season outlook and planning for the Flyers, potential free agent and trade targets that need to be considered with AV's hiring, the coaching search and directive from above, trading young defensemen for top-6 forwards, Ivan Provorov's negotiation with the Flyers, Vigneault's points of emphasis, restructuring the playoffs, and the controversy surrounding Kate Smith. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ sit down for an exclusive interview with Flyers President Paul Holmgren. They discuss the team's young core, 2007 v. 2019, the team/fan dynamic, restricted free agents, the coaching search, the job Scott Gordon has done, Chuck Fletcher's hiring, and just how long Holmgren believes he has left in his role. The guys then react to the interview and touch on some other Flyers topics, including the names being rumored in the coaching search and potential offseason targets. Plus, new five star reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row of Wells Fargo Center! The show streams on Twitter/Periscope via Crossing Broad, Anthony, and Russ' accounts and Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Flyers unofficially out of postseason contention, Anthony and Russ assess the season, answer whether or not the season was a disappointment, look ahead to the off-season, compare this team to the 2014 squad, and reveal their thoughts on what personnel moves Chuck Fletcher might make. Click here for more on the fundraiser tournament benefitting John Rinnier and/or donate to the GoFundMe. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row of Wells Fargo Center! The show streams on Twitter/Periscope via Crossing Broad, Anthony, and Russ' accounts and Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss how the Flyers have gotten to within striking distance of the final wild card with 13 games to play. They discuss the job Scott Gordon's done as coach, their dominance against the Islanders, recap the win over Ottawa, the scoring surge under Gordon, Carter Hart's return to net, and the Flyers' off-season plans. Plus, will the Flyers and other teams in the league consider a pursuit of restricted free agents Brayden Point and Mitch Marner? Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row of Wells Fargo Center! The show streams on Twitter/Periscope via Crossing Broad, Anthony, and Russ' accounts and Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flyers writers Anthony SanFilippo and Russ Joy analyze the Flyers' recent play and postseason chances with 19 games remaining, assess the young players, and look at the future of the Metropolitan division. They then react to the Flyers' trade deadline move sending Wayne Simmonds to Nashville, evaluate the compensation, and discuss other players who came up in trade discussions. The guys are then joined by NHL Hall of Famer Bob Clarke. Clarke gives his assessment of Flyers GM Chuck Fletcher, differences between Fletcher and former GM Ron Hextall, reveals what the days leading up to Trade Deadline day look like from inside the war room, scouting in the modern game, the role of analytics in hockey, working with Fletcher in Florida, how to approach free agency, his thoughts on negotiating with Restricted Free Agents, how often a player's trade value changes on deadline day, the Flyers softball team, how the off-ice player commitments have changed, knowing when it's time to transition to a new role, and his thoughts on craft beer. Anthony and Russ then touch on a few of Clarke's comments, and read fan letters and iTunes reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row of Wells Fargo Center! The show streams on Twitter/Periscope via Crossing Broad, Anthony, and Russ' accounts and Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ sit down for an exclusive interview with Flyers coach Scott Gordon to discuss: The decisions made that have led to the Flyers' turnaround Implementing changes to the team's tactics on the fly How he found out that he'd be taking over and the challenges of taking over mid-season Why he enjoyed coaching in the AHL and how this NHL stint has affected his view of coaching at this level Challenges in his previous NHL coaching tenures Similarities between Sean Couturier and Patrice Bergeron The importance of his young players helping to implement game plan wrinkles Breaking down an individual player's game and what he's learned about coaching Choosing his Boston College over Harvard Being the first goalie to ever put his water bottle on his net Playing in the Olympics His favorite arenas How he likes to decompress The movie "Miracle" and how Jim Craig made his son's day Anthony and Russ then discuss some interesting quotes from Shayne Gostisbehere and Scott Gordon's reaction following the Flyers' OT winner over the Detroit Red Wings. They also give their thoughts on the Cam Talbot/Anthony Stolarz trade and read new iTunes five star reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ reflect on the play of Carter Hart and Anthony Stolarz, a potential deal for Brian Elliott and Wayne Simmonds, the team's chances to make the postseason, the Flyers' chances of contending in 2019-20, Jake Voracek's play and contract, the concerning play of JVR and Ghost, plus "Who's That Flyer?" and five new 5 star reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On February 2nd, following the Flyers OT win over the Edmonton Oilers - their seventh straight victory - Anthony and Russ joined a large group of Flyers writers and podcasters at Bullies Pub at Xfinity Live for a roundtable to talk about the team. The first panel included Jason Myrtetus and Russ Cohen (Stick 2 Hockey), Anthony SanFilippo (Snow the Goalie/Crossing Broad), Bill Meltzer (HockeyBuzz/Flyers.com/NHL.com), Charlie O'Connor (The Athletic/BSH Radio), and Anthony Mingioni (Off the Post/Center Ice Magazine). The first panel was joined by Flyers head coach Scott Gordon. The second panel included Jason Myrtetus, Charlie O'Connor, Russ Joy (Snow the Goalie/Crossing Broad), and Bill Matz, Steph Driver, Kelly Hinkle (Broad Street Hockey/BSH Radio). Please subscribe to Snow the Goalie ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ sit down with Flyers goalie Mike McKenna to discuss his whirlwind career, the human side of hockey, paying for his own jerseys, his future in sports broadcasting, his family's racing heritage, and his love of cooking. The guys also recap the Flyers' 7-4 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ sit down with Flyers forward Dale Weise to discuss the team's whirlwind season, carving out a role on the team, the negative influence of social media on the players, the human side of hockey, the need for honest answers in the game, challenging old school beliefs, training with Nolan Patrick, the origin of the "Dutch Gretzky" nickname, playing abroad during the lockout, his disdain for the "fourth line" label, a player's perspective on analytics, and his favorite shows to watch on the road. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ reflect on the end of 2018 and turn the page to 2019. They discuss the team's four game losing streak (6:40), if Chuck Fletcher can salvage this season with trades (9:20), the need to dismantle the core of the team (13:00), whether the Flyers should entertain offers for Ivan Provorov (20:00), how underrated Claude Giroux is locally (23:00), the case for a race to the bottom (25:00), the case for a turnaround this season (30:00). The guys finish with iTunes reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ lead off with some holiday-inspired Sheetz vs. Wawa talk, then break down Carter Hart's first three starts for the Flyers (13:00) and the merits of utilizing the services of a sports psychologist (21:00). The guys interview Scott Hartnell to discuss his favorite memories of being a Flyer, signing as a free agent, the Stanley Cup run, and what's next (38:00). Anthony and Russ reflect on Scott Gordon's first week as interim head coach and compare his style to that of his predecessor Dave Hakstol (48:00). They also address the apparent regression of Ivan Provorov, Shayne Gostisbehere, and Nolan Patrick (1:05:00), as well as the team's reported interest in Jonathan Quick (1:15:00). They finish with another edition of "Who's that Flyer?", Twitter questions and iTunes reviews. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ break down the Flyers' dismissal of Dave Hakstol as their head coach, including the timeline and the events that led to the decision being made. The guys then discuss how reporters assess, protect, and evaluate the credibility of sources. They then discuss potential moves GM Chuck Fletcher could make prior to the December 19th roster freeze, Scott Gordon being named interim coach, Carter Hart's call-up, and how potential coaches could fit with the current roster. Plus, Twitter questions, "Who's That Flyer?", and iTunes reviews! Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the fallout in the wake of Ron Hextall's firing, what Comcast Spectacor's hiring of Valerie Camillo means for the organization, and how the secondary ticket market has affected attendance. The guys also discuss the hiring of Chuck Fletcher, the fractured locker room, coaching changes, Nolan Patrick's regression, whether making a big move now is worth it, and what to expect from the team on the remainder of their road trip. Plus, five star reviews and more information on the show's big announcement. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ react to the Flyers' decision to fire GM Ron Hextall. The guys then assess potential candidates and potential shakeups that could happen to the coaching staff and roster. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ react in the aftermath of a 5-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, including the team's propensity for falling behind early and reacting too late. The guys then dive into what changes could be on the horizon and how such changes could affect the locker room. Finally, Anthony teases a huge announcement for an upcoming show. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ reveal their takeaways from the Flyers' road trip and home victory over the Arizona Coyotes, including the team's historically terrible penalty kill. The guys also discuss "The Press Row Show", which gives viewers an interactive show streaming live via Facebook Live and Periscope. They then discuss how the Flyers have faded from the city's sports landscape, attendance issues, whether tanking could or should be an option, Joel Quenneville's availability and potential timelines for a coaching change. Finally, the guys answer Twitter questions, read a five-star iTunes review, and play another round of "Who's that Flyer?". Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Plus, don't forget to check out "The Press Row Show" with Anthony and Russ for pregame and intermission coverage of Flyers home games LIVE from press row! The show streams on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account. Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss the importance of the team's four-game road trip, sense of organizational urgency including Comcast Spectacor CEO Dave Scott's appearance in GM Ron Hextall's box at the most recent home stand, rumors of Dave Hakstol's job security, whether the anti-Hakstol crowd should be happy with two road wins, who could be traded, a change in offensive game plan, how the traditional and advanced stats are at odds over the production of team-leaders, and examining how Dave Hakstol has balanced veterans and young players' responsibilities. Plus, don't forget to check out Anthony and Russ on Facebook Live via the Crossing Broad page and Periscope via Anthony's Twitter account for their pregame and intermission shows at Flyers home games LIVE from press row! Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the Flyers' recent stretch of games and storylines, including Dave Hakstol's change of tone, poor defensive effort, slow starts, injuries, and a historically bad penalty kill. and answer Twitter questions regarding Carter Hart, the power play, and Ivan Provorov's struggles. Plus, a five star iTunes review and a new edition of "Who's That Flyer?". Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the Flyers 5-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights and a 5-2 defeat to the Colorado Avalanche. The guys then react to the JVR injury news, identify their standouts and disappointments through two games, and answer Twitter questions regarding the team's poor defensive showing and Brian Elliott's stellar play. Plus, five star iTunes reviews and a new edition of "Who's That Flyer?". Check out the other shows on the Crossing Broad Podcast Network including: Crossing Broadcast: A Philly Sports Podcast, Crossed Up: A Phillies Podcast, It's Always Soccer in Philadelphia, and Crossing Broad FC: A Soccer Podcast. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ sit down with Flyers forward Jordan Weal to discuss bouncing between center and the wing, Game of Thrones, Vancouver sports, and the craziest game he's ever played in. The guys also recap roster cuts, news and notes from practice, the Flyers' new mascot, Jori Lehtera's situation with Finnish authorities, iTunes reviews, and "Who's That Flyer?". Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss their biggest takeaways from training camp thus far, predict the final roster, and answer Twitter questions. Plus, Anthony attempts the most obscure edition of "Who's that Flyer?". Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the Erik Karlsson trade, answer Twitter questions, predict the 2018-19 opening roster, and more. Plus, another edition of "Who's that Flyer?" Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony sits down with Alex Lyon to discuss his offseason, the 94 save performance, Game of Thrones, the design of his mask, and more. Anthony and Russ then break down the Flyer's logjam in net, rank the organization's goaltenders, Alex Lyon's maturity, the life of a minor league player, and FiveThirtyEight's assertion that the Flyers have been the most mediocre sports team over the last five years. Plus, the fifth edition of "Who's That Flyer?" and a story about how global transient amnesia affected a former beat writer. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ make a big announcement, address some misinformation, and answer some questions from Twitter followers on topics including: Sean Couturier's injury and timeline Untouchables in a trade for Erik Karlsson If/When Nolan Patrick will surpass Sean Couturier Reasonable expectations for Wayne Simmonds Where the Flyers currently rank in the Metropolitan Division Plus, the fourth edition of "Who's That Flyer?". Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A month removed from signing JVR, Anthony delivers some incredible exclusive inside information directly from a Flyers source concerning the team's real #1 free agency target and how the organization feels about some of their top prospects. Anthony and Russ react to the news and how it impacts the upcoming season's roster. Plus, the third edition of "Who's That Flyer?" Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss local media rumors, what makes a good source, a former Flyers reporter making up rumors while working at major Philly news outlets, a Donald Brashear story, a historic beat writer battle between the Daily News and Inquirer, and our second edition of "Who's That Flyer?" Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the Flyers' draft haul, the return of JVR, the cap situation, John Tavares, the face of the Flyers, Ed Snider, and the future of the Flyers. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter:@AntSanPhilly@JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ recap the Stanley Cup Final, Alex Ovechkin's first Stanley Cup victory, and potential Flyers' draft targets. The guys are then joined by Flyers general manager Ron Hextall to discuss old rivalries, the differences in hockey eras, how to measure analytics vs. the human element to a player, the importance of a player's character, the development of Flyers prospects and their playoff run with the Phantoms, the goaltending logjam, how to build a team in the modern NHL, the team's identity, and when to make a big splash via free agency or a trade. After the interview, Anthony and Russ break down their biggest takeaways from the interview and project the Flyers' off-season. Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: We almost won a lot of money (0:00) Explaining our absence (3:00) Vegas v. Washington through 4 games (6:00) Addressing Flyers fans who thought the Flyers could’ve won the Stanley Cup (11:00) Free Agent scenarios (18:00) Why NHL teams don’t pursue RFAs (50:00) Odds and ends (1:00:00) Please subscribe to the show ([iTunes] [Google Play] [Stitcher] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ cover: It’s been two weeks! (0:00) Stanley Cup Playoffs thus far (3:00) Phantoms ECF run (7:00) Oskar Lindblom’s play (8:30) *Anthony’s clock (12:00)* Phil Myers’ ascent (12:30) Phantoms’ top 3 defensemen (15:30) Building the Flyers’ 2018-19 defense (17:30) Where does Sam Morin go from here? (24:30)? Top 5 trade pieces (29:00) Carter Hart (33:00) LV Phantoms on NBCSN Philadelphia (43:00) More improbable: Vegas Golden Knights or Leicester City? (52:00) How legalized sports gambling could affect the NHL (58:30) Stanley Cup Final predictions (1:03:00) Alex Ovechkin’s legacy (1:04:30) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: Marcus Hayes’ column on Giroux and the subsequent fallout (5:00) The genesis of the column (11:00) Giroux’s captaincy (14:30) The C and As in hockey (24:00) Hextall on not buying out Jori Lehtera (31:30) One Year Later: the Brayden Schenn trade (39:30) Flyers’ draft target (42:00) Hextall on the fans (44:00) iTunes reviews (46:30) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: Immediate reaction to the Flyers’ elimination (0:00) The “Trade Giroux” people (3:00) What is Giroux’s trade value? (4:30) Going for broke vs. waiting two years (9:00) The 2018-19 cap situation (13:00) What to do with Wayne Simmonds (18:00) Free agent outlook (22:00) “But they had 98 points” (38:00) Are fans bailing on the team? (39:00) What will be different next year? (45:00) Falling further into obscurity? (52:00) Could Comcast sell the team? (58:00) Broadway Wars: Anthony v. Penguins (1:03:00) iTunes reviews (1:10:00) Second round predictions (1:14:30) Parting words (1:19:00) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: Couturier’s a Selke finalist (2:00) Postgame scrum (3:00) “We lost to a better team” - Michael Neuvirth (4:00) Flyers’ lack of competitiveness (5:00) Hakstol’s lack of fire (11:00) Momentum (15:00) “Well we lost Coots” (20:00) Where is G? (22:30) Defensive Pairings (30:30) The importance of playoff minutes for the young players (33:00) Facebook comments (36:30) The cost of tickets (43:00) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly@JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: Live Show and Watch Party! (0:00) The excitement for Flyers/Penguins (1:00) Is Boston/Toronto the best matchup? (6:30) The new NHL Playoff structure (8:00) Join our Bracket Challenge (20:00) Picking the Playoffs (21:00) Flyers/Penguins preview (38:00) Biggest concerns for the Flyers (50:00) Line matchups (56:00) The use of God Bless America (1:03:00) Stanley Cup Final Predictions (1:18:00) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ discuss: The playoff outlook and possible scenarios (1:00) A recap of the Islanders game (17:00) Will Mrazek be on the playoff roster (20:00) Islanders game part 2 (23:00) Nolan Patrick (25:00) Switching up the lines (32:30) End of game line decisions (41:00) Giroux's new career highs (43:40) Previewing the Carolina game (58:00) Potential playoff matchups (1:02:00) Twitter questions (1:04:30) iTunes reviews (1:07:00) Philly fans vs. Flyers fans (1:09:00) The ASF Fan Club (1:12:00) A story from the 2004-05 lockout (1:15:00) Final thoughts and off the rails (1:19:40) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ are joined by Flyers' defenseman Travis Sanheim. They discuss: Surprised by Konecny's play? (3:30) Hakstol's tough love (6:30) Interview with Flyers' defenseman Travis Sanheim (21:00) Biggest takeaways from the interview(29:00) Analytics in hockey (34:00) Sanheim's confidence (38:00) MacDonald/Sanheim pairing (45:00) The psychology of a professional athlete (48:00) The no-quit attitude of this team (52:00) The resurgence of Claude Giroux (53:00) Anthony's confession (58:00) Will the Flyers trade Wayne Simmonds? (59:50) Previewing the week ahead (1:08:00) What happened to Carolina? (1:09:00) Philly sports crossover (1:11:00) Useless stat of the week (1:12:30) Our first 5 star review (1:14:30) Crossing Broad Podcast Network (1:16:00) Twitter questions (1:18:00) Please subscribe to the show, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Russ preview the show "Snow the Goalie" and discuss how Anthony's experience as a beat writer will provide inside access for you, the listener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices