Broad Street Hockey: for Philadelphia Flyers fans

PHLY Foreign Correspondent and Draft Analyst Alex Appleyard is back to discuss his latest articles, breaking down potential 2nd round draft pick options, and other draft sleepers with Bill & Steve.With only a few hours before the Flyers make the 6th overall pick, we also discuss all the rumors, news & notes around the Philadelphia Flyers and the rest of the NHL.

Who doesn't love a mock draft?! Well, Charlie & Bill are doing their own, making the first 16 selections in this year's NHL draft, alternating picks between them. Who will the Flyers take at 6? Is Michael Misa a lock at #2? Will the Pittsburgh Penguins screw up their back-to-back selections? Could we see a trade?! Find out in a little bonus episode ahead of Friday's first round.  

We're almost to the 2025 NHL Draft!With just one more day until the Philadelphia Flyers make the 6th overall pick (and possibly 22nd & 31st, too), we're having a little fun.Charlie, Kelly & Bill take a look at Charlie's 7 round Flyers mock draft, before Bill reveals his BEST DRAFT PROSPECT NAMES LIST! Carter Bear will certainly make the list, but can anybody beat Måns Goos?!We'll probably talk a little more about Trevor Zegras, and other NHL news & notes, as well. And also, it looks like we've got labor peace! We'll chat about the new CBA.

The 2025 NHL draft is just a couple of days away, and we're still clinging to each piece of information, trying to figure out exactly who the Philadelphia Flyers prefer with the 6th overall pick. With that in mind we take a look at Scott Wheeler's most recent mock draft, as well as Bob McKenzie‘s rankings to narrow down who Danny Briere will select first on Friday night.Plus, Trevor Zegras had his introduction to Philly's media contingent on Tuesday. Charlie & Bill discuss the newest Flyer's answers to questions about Rick Tocchet, playing center, and more.

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Roger McQueen's strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from the prospect.

Trevor Zegras is a Philadelphia Flyer. The news broke during yesterday's show and we're still wrapping our heads around it. Today, Charlie & Bill will be joined by Derek Lee, Anaheim Ducks beat writer from The Hockey News, to discuss how this trade came to be and what to expect from Zegras.They'll also dive deeper into the different aspects of Zegras' fit in Philly, his contract status, potential linemates, and more!

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Brady Martin's strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from the prospect.

BREAKING NEWS: during our conversation with Alex Appleyard on James Hagens, Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers made a stunning move, trading for Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks for Ryan Poehling, the 45th overall pick in 2025, and a 4th rounder in 2026.Charlie & Bill react to the trade as it unfolds, discussing Zegras' positional fit, potential impact on Danny Briere's draft strategy, the cost, and more.

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Jake O'Brien's strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from the prospect.

Happy Friday fam! Let's celebrate the end of another work week, and being only 7 days away from the NHL Draft, with a Mailbag show!Bill & Steve are answering questions on the most underrated Flyers of all-time, illegal ways to sign Connor McDavid in Philadelphia.

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Porter Martone's strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit.  

It's a day to get caught back up after the “musical chairs” stream-a-thon on Wednesday!Charlie & Bill are back together and discussing yesterday's topic- whether Flyers fans or Sixers fans have suffered more in the last 15 years. Plus, a look at Jackie Spiegel's mock draft for the Inquirer and her selection of Blake Fiddler 22nd overall. Plus, rumors about Alexander Romanov, as well as contract extensions for Trent Frederic, Ryan Donato & Matt Duchene.

The 2024-25 NHL season has concluded and the Florida Panthers are once again Stanley Cup Champions.A mix of PHLY personalities debate the Panthers' place in NHL history before moving on to a pressing debate: who has had it worse in Philadelphia, Flyers fans or 76ers fans?

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect James Hagens' strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from the prospect.

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Caleb Desnoyers' strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from the brother of Flyers 2020 5th-round pick Elliot Desnoyers.

On today's edition of PHLY Flyers, Charlie & Bill discuss this morning's press conference with Philadelphia GM Danny Briere and AGM Brent Flahr. Draft strategy, size vs. skill, decentralized format, and the debate between improving the NHL roster now vs. growing the pool of prospects for the future.Plus, a mystery guest joins the conversation as part of PHLY Spirit Week!

PHLY Sports' Charlie O'Connor reviews 2025 NHL Draft prospect Anton Frondell's strengths and weaknesses and how the Philadelphia Flyers could benefit from Frondell's play.

Alex Appleyard is back, and today we're discussing his most recent deep dive into Caleb Desnoyers, potential Flyers pick at #6, and brother of current Lehigh Valley Phantom Elliot Desnoyers.

ESPN contributor Rachel Doerrie joins PHLY Flyers to talk about a number of NHL topics. In her time with the Vancouver Canucks, Rachel worked with new Flyers assistant coach Jaroslav Svejkovsky, and speaks on her experience with Yogi. Rachel also discusses the best & worst case scenarios for Philadelphia with the 6th pick. 

Happy Friday the 13th to all!Today, Charlie & Bill are discussing some of their favorite draft prospects outside of the blue-chippers, based on Charlie's latest article (https://allphly.com/flyers-draft-prospects-analysis-eklund-obrien-reschny/)There'll also be conversations on the latest trade news and rumors, Flyers free agents signing possibilities and the awesome Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers.

Big day today with a special guest! The Athletic's Senior NHL Prospect writer Corey Pronman joins the show to discuss the upcoming Draft, and all of Danny Briere's options at 6, 22, and beyond!We'll talk James Hagens, Brady Martin, Porter Martone, Joshua Ravensbergen, the emphasis on size, a league-wide aversion to drafting Russians and all things 2025 NHL Draft.Plus, Charlie & Bill discuss the latest rumors regarding Nic Hague, Jason Robertson, Mason Marchment and more!

Several recent Mock Drafts, including Charlie's own, have the Philadelphia Flyers selecting Jack Nesbitt with the 22nd overall pick acquired from the Colorado Avalanche in last year's Sean Walker trade.With 22 being one of the Flyers' most successful draft positions (Claude Giroux, Simon Gagne, Brian Boucher, Oliver Bonk all taken 22nd), it seems time to move on to prospects who could be available to Danny Briere with Philly's 2nd first round pick.

We're once again diving deeper into one of the Philadelphia Flyers' potential draft picks at sixth overall, Porter Martone. Given Alex's status as our Foreign Correspondent, we'll also ask for the latest on Maxim Shabanov.Charlie, Kelly & Bill also discusses the Stanley Cup Final, Matvei Michkov finishing 4th in Calder Trophy voting, and more!

Former NHL video coach Steve “Petey” Peters joins PHLY Flyers to discuss the Stanley Cup Final matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, as well as a coach he worked with personally during his tenure with the Coyotes, new Flyers assistant Jay Varady.

A busy weekend of rumors for the Philadelphia Flyers that we've got to cover on today's show.On Friday afternoon it seemed imminent that KHL MVP finalist Maxim Shabanov would be signing with the Orange & Black, but as of Monday's showtime, still nothing is confirmed. But what does Danny Briere's reported pursuit of the undersized winger mean for the rest of the roster?And with the draft a mere 18 days away, Charlie & Bill discuss the rumors and reports about James Hagens, Brady Martin, Joshua Ravensbergen and the all the rest of the NHL Draft Combine.

On this Friday episode, Charlie & Bill catch up on a busy week of Flyers and hockey news. From the Orange & Black's reported interest in Vegas defenseman Nic Hague, to the Stanley Cup Final, plus a whole bunch of answers to listener questions in a MAILBAG!

Another jam-packed offseason show today, as the 2025 NHL Draft draws closer. Analyst Alex Appleyard joins the gang to discuss his recent deep dive into potential 6th overall pick Anton Frondell. Plus, a discussion on the latest rumors involving the Flyers' interest in Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nic Hague, and the apparent hiring of Rick Tocchet's first assistant coach in Philadelphia.

We've been focusing our draft prospects coverage on centers the Philadelphia Flyers could select, for obvious reasons, with a couple of wingers thrown in over the last few weeks. But Danny Briere could potentially go defense, with likely only one blue-liner taken off the board in the first five picks ahead of Philly.Today, Charlie & Bill talk about the potential of drafting a D-man, and how it could change the Flyers' perceived plans for their remaining picks.Plus, discussions on another Brent Flahr Q&A, Charlie's first mock draft, Jason Robertson “rumors,” and more!

We have another busy day to get through all the Philadelphia Flyers news and rumors floating around.First, Noah Cates is Danny Briere's most recent piece of business, signing an extension today for 4 years with a $4 million AAV.Also, Roger McQueen has said he's 10/10 healthy following a misdiagnosis of his back injury. If the 6-5 center prospect is truly 100%, can the Flyers afford to pass on him if available at #6?There's also Charlie's first Mock Draft, a Brent Flahr Q&A in the Inquirer, and more!

On this Monday edition of PHLY Flyers, we're back to breaking down potential Philadelphia draft picks who could be selected with the 6th overall pick on June 27th, and it's time to discuss winger Victor Eklund!Charlie & Bill examine the speedy Swede, and if Danny Briere can afford to take a shot on a sub-six foot right-handed wing, given the need for centers and size up front in Philly.Coming off the London Knights' Memorial Cup victory last night, we'll also talk prospects Denver Barkey & Oliver Bonk, and when Flyers fans could expect to see them in Orange & Black.

Yesterday, it was announced that Tyson Foerster signed a 2-year contract extension prior to becoming a restricted free agent on July 1st. This continues a pattern of bridge deals following entry-level contracts. Charlie & Bill discuss the possible motivation behind avoiding long term contracts for young players, and what's on the table for remaining RFAs Cam York, Noah Cates and Jakob Pelletier.Plus, a look at the Stanley Cup Final, a rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers.

Marco Rossi seems to have been linked to the Philadelphia Flyers for over a year, and yesterday, a report from RG Media came out that Danny Briere has expressed interest in the diminutive center.On today's show, Charlie & Bill debate the price Philly could and should pay for Rossi, the 2020 9th overall pick.Plus, a discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoffs and where the Carolina Hurricanes stand after being eliminated in 5 games by the defending champion Florida Panthers.

We're continuing our breakdowns of potential Philadelphia Flyers draft picks at #6, with a look today at Porter Martone.If Martone falls to the Flyers, would it make sense for Danny Briere to select the winger over a much-needed center?Plus, more on Ian Laperrière and the change at the helm behind the bench in Allentown.

Big day of Philadelphia Flyers conversations after the holiday weekend. We're back to discussing possible draft prospects for Danny Briere & Co. at the sixth pick with Soo Greyhounds forward Brady Martin.Plus, we're reacting to the rumors and speculation regarding the Flyers refusing to trade Rasmus Ristolainen for “a haul,” as well as reports of Aleksei Kolosov heading back to the KHL.

On this Friday edition of PHLY Flyers, we're discussing a number of potential offseason moves Philadelphia could make in the coming weeks and months.Charlie & Bill converse about Maxim Shabanov, the Russian star rumored to be headed to the NHL following his KHL season ending in a loss in the championship round.Plus, they'll debate Mitch Marner's free agency and Danny Briere's potential interest in the Leafs' UFA star, as well as other trade and signing options that include Owen Tippett, Aaron Ekblad, Ukko Pekka-Luukkonen, and more.

We had so much fun discussing everybody's Philadelphia Flyers mailbag questions yesterday that we're finishing it up today!Bill & Kelly are back and discussing questions about the best possible linemates for Matvei Michkov, as well as where Jett Luchanko would rank in this year's draft and what needs to happen to Philly's center depth to make them a contender. And we'll talk about next summer and the Orange & Black's front office targeting 2026 as the BIG offseason.Plus, a look at the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

You've got questions, we've got answers!On today's show we're opening up the mailbag to answer some questions from our listeners and social media followers. From whether Dan Vladar is the short-term answer in net for the Philadelphia Flyers, to the best possible linemates for Matvei Michkov, Bill & Kelly answer your hockey inquiries, as well as some more on the less-pertinent side.

Rick Tocchet is the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers. Whatever you think about the hire, that box is checked on Danny Briere's offseason priority list. So what are the next big undertakings for Philadelphia's front office? Is there anything more important than finding Matvei Michkov's center? Is a coaching staff that can bring along young prospects and fix the power play a bigger deal for this summer? And how fixated should we be on a BIG acquisition?

It's time to get back to discussing the prospects of the 2025 NHL Draft, after taking a detour for a few days last week to cover Rick Tocchet's hiring as the Philadelphia Flyers' new head coach.Today, the long-awaited discussion of Roger McQueen is finally going to happen. Charlie & Bill debate the risk factors of taking the 6-5 center from the Brandon Wheat Kings who missed most of his draft season with a stress fracture of the spine.We'll also discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Conference Finals, with all four teams now set.

It's “meet the new boss day” down at the Wells Fargo Center, as the Philadelphia Flyers introduced their new head coach to the media in a press conference on Friday morning.Charlie, Bill & Steve react to Rick Tocchet and Danny Briere's statements, and continue to analyze the decision to make Tocchet the 25th head coach in franchise history.

The reactions to the Philadelphia Flyers signing Rick Tocchet to be their new head coach continue, as we delve further into his resume and fans' thoughts on the hire.And we'll pick up where we left off with draft prospects, taking a deeper look into one of the most interesting potential draftees, Roger McQueen.

Following a series of tweets from NHL personalities Darren Dreger and John Buccigross, it seemed as if Danny Briere & Keith Jones were close to telling the rest of Philadelphia that Rick Tocchet will, in fact, be the Flyers next head coach.And now here we are, minutes before showtime and reports have surfaced that the deal is done and Tocchet has been signed, sealed and delivered to the city he spent two stints as a player.Charlie & Bill debate the hire and what it means for the direction of the franchise.