Broad Street Hockey: for Philadelphia Flyers fans

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.

Our draft prospect breakdowns continue today with Brantford Bulldogs center Jake O'Brien. And despite the familiar last name, unlike yesterday, he is not related to a previous Philadelphia Flyers draft pick!Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss the possibility of Danny Briere selecting O'Brien 6th overall, as well as the continued search for a head coach and the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

We're continuing our breakdowns of potential draft prospects that the Philadelphia Flyers might leave the 2025 NHL Draft with by diving into Caleb Desnoyers, brother of Lehigh Valley Phantoms' Elliot Desnoyers.Charlie & Bill discuss the possibility of drafting Desnoyers, as well as the Stanley & Calder Cup Playoffs.

This week was all about the looming NHL Draft, and the Flyers' options at No. 6. It's a pick they have to get right. One way to get it right? Avoid the mistakes of the past.  

We're continuing our deeper look into potential prospects Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers could draft 6th overall in June, and after diving into James Hagens yesterday, Charlie & Bill discuss Anton Frondell today.Plus, a conversation about the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the impact Scott Laughton is making on the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Now that the NHL Draft order has been determined, it's time to start looking at potential prospects who could end up being available when the Philadelphia Flyers make their pick at six.Today we'll look at James Hagens, who was the presumed number 1 overall pick a year ago, but fell off after his good-not-great freshman season at Boston College.Charlie & Bill will also discuss Philly's search for a head coach, as well as talk a little Stanley Cup Playoffs.

On Monday night, Philadelphia Flyers fans held their breath for a fourth ping pong ball to give the Orange & Black the first overall pick for only the 2nd time in franchise history.Instead, fate dropped Philly from 4 to 6 in the draft and now the question is, which of the 2nd tier prospects will remain for Danny Briere to choose once the first 5 prospects come off the board.Charlie & Bill discuss the draft, as well as a burning question among some of the Flyers fanbase- should Philadelphia reunite with Claude Giroux?

It's finally here! The NHL Draft Lottery airs tonight, and the Philadelphia Flyers along with the rest of the league will find out officially where they will pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.Listen live with Bill, Charlie, and Kelly along with a few PHLY Diehards to find out where the Flyers will land!

Happy Cinco de Lotto to all who celebrate! The NHL's draft lottery is just hours away, and on today's show we'll be spinning Tankathon, and talking about the players whose futures will be determined tonight. Is Matthew Schaefer a lock to go No. 1 regardless of who wins? Which center between Anton Frondell, James Hagens, Caleb Desnoyers, Jake O'Brien and Roger McQueen fits best in Philly? And, of course, could the Flyers double dip in the top-10 by trading future assets?Charlie, Kelly & Bill also discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as well as the Lehigh Valley Phantoms series against the Hershey Bears.

We've made it to Friday once again!On today's episode, Charlie & Bill react to a huge night of elimination games in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, with the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs and Vegas Golden Knights advancing to the second round, and the Avalanche forcing a game 7 against the Stars.We also discuss the latest in the Philadelphia Flyers coaching search, including rumors on Rick Tocchet's future and a new candidate added to the mix.

Late last night, NHL Insider Kevin Weekes reported Western Michigan head coach, and this year's NCAA champion, interviewed for the Philadelphia Flyers head coaching gig. Charlie & Bill discuss Ferschweiler's candidacy, connections to Keith Jones, and what it could mean for the coaching staff.We also talk Jon Cooper rumors following Tampa Bay's ouster from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the possibility of Coop becoming available.

The Vancouver Canucks announced that head coach Rick Tocchet has decided he would not be returning as the Head Coach for the team.Is Tocchet's hiring as the Flyers next head coach now inevitable? Bill and Charlie discuss Tocchet's career and coaching record, the head coach openings around the NHL, and more.Plus, a TANKTHON SPIN!

All signs point to Rick Tocchet being a serious contender as Danny Briere's first coaching hire of his tenure as the Flyers' GM. But while we've discussed alternatives, today we debate which could be actual challengers to the presumed favorite in Tocchet.Charlie, Kelly & Bill talk coach candidates, Stanley Cup Playoffs and more on Tuesday's episode.

We're finishing up player grades for the Philadelphia Flyers today, comparing our report cards for the Orange & Black's goaltending and defense.We're also catching up on all the weekend's Stanley Cup Playoff action, and discussing Philly's search for a new head coach.

It's the first F-Around Friday of the Philadelphia Flyers' offseason, and we're kicking off the festivities with a MAILBAG! Kelly & Bill answer questions about the Orange & Black's goal song, assembling a dream team of Flyers through the franchise's history, hats, and maybe even some current hockey as well!

Charlie might be away, but he's still hooking us up with content!Yesterday we broke down Matvei Michkov's rookie season, and Charlie's player grade for him, and now today we're looking at the rest of the forwards' grades and coming up with our own, as well (read Charlie's article: https://allphly.com/flyers-report-cards-konecny-michkov-couturier/)!Bill & Kelly evaluate Owen Tippett, Sean Couturier, Tyson Foerster and the rest of Philly's offense.Plus, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms are up 1-0 in the first round of the AHL Playoffs, and a TANKATHON SPIN!

As we transition to the offseason, it's time to start evaluating individual Flyers players and who else should we start with than star rookie Matvei Michkov!Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss Michkov's stats, relationship with the coaching staff (read: John Tortorella), his Calder Trophy odds, and what they expect of The Mad Russian in Year 2.Plus, news breaks that Rocky Thompson and other assistant coaches won't be retained, a Tankathon spin, a Stanley Cup Playoff conversation and a look at the Phantoms first round Calder Cup Playoff matchup against the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins with Madeline Campbell.

Our focus on the Philadelphia Flyers' year-end press availabilities continues on today's episode, with a look at interim head coach Brad Shaw's exit interview, as well as Matvei Michkov's, team captain Sean Couturier's, and several other key players.Charlie, Kelly & Bill discuss each player's season and comments, and how it impacts their perceptions of each player heading into Danny Briere's critical offseason.

The Philadelphia Flyers 2024-25 season has officially come to an end. The team played its last game a few days ago, dropping the finale in regulation to secure the 4th worst record in the NHL. And this weekend, the players, coaches and front office conducted exit interviews with the media, officially signaling the beginning of the offseason.Charlie, Kelly & Bill react to comments from the GM, interim coach and star players on today's episode.

The 2024-25 Philadelphia Flyers season has ended, but we're still going to preview the Stanley Cup Playoffs and predict the outcome of each first round series!Charlie, Kelly & Bill also look back on John Tortorella's tenure and how we'll remember him in Philly, and discuss Brad Shaw's exit interview, and anything else learned on the first day of locker clean outs at the Flyers Training Facility.

Despite the best efforts of Matvei Michkov (2 goals), the Philadelphia Flyers accomplished the goal, losing in regulation to ensure the 4th best odds in the 2025 Draft Lottery.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the “loss,” and what's to come in the Flyers offseason.

Philadelphia Flyers fans have long surmised Mike Sullivan could be the top candidate to replace John Tortorella once Torts' presumed role changed from head coach to the front office.With that obviously not happening, the question is will Tortorella's protege still be a candidate, assuming he and the Penguins part ways.Bill & Charlie discuss Sullivan, as well as Andrew Brunette's potential candidacies.Plus, Sean Couturier's comments regarding his former bench boss, a Tankathon spin, and more!

The Philadelphia Flyers have made a habit out of winning meaningless games to hurt their draft lottery chances, but with their Stanley Cup Playoff hopes on line, Columbus Blue Jackets netminder Jet Greaves came into the Wells Fargo Center and shutdown Philly in the second-to-last game of both teams' season.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss, and discuss the Draft Lottery implications of the game, as well as the Orange & Black's team awards, and the latest in John Tortorella Fallout.

With only two games remaining in the Philadelphia Flyers season, we're taking a look at some head coaching candidates, including another look at Pat Ferschweiler after his Western Michigan Broncos won the NCAA National Title over the weekend.Could connections to Flyers President Keith Jones, and prospect Alex Bump, put the WMU coach over the top?Plus, Charlie & Bill talk Tyson Foerster's hot streak, the goalie situation, the draft lottery and more!

It took more than 60 minutes, But Claude Giroux's Ottawa Senators defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in overtime, marking Philly's 22nd post-regulation game of the season.Bill & Steve break down the loss, and discuss the future of the Orange & Black's goaltending, coaching, and more!

The Flyers and Islanders, as they always seem to do, needed not only overtime, but a shootout to determine a winner in this matinee matchup in South Philly. Ultimately it was Tyson Foerster and Sam Ersson who prevailed, eliminating the Isles from Stanley Cup Playoff contention.Bill & Kelly break down the win, and the Orange & Black's late season surge since John Tortorella was relieved of his duties.

How about a MAILBAG DAY?With only four games left and the Philadelphia Flyers eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoff contention, fans are invested in the NHL Draft Lottery odds, and hoping for an active offseason.Bill & Kelly answer questions about replacing Ivan Fedotov and upgrading the goalie position, how the GM will attack this offseason and spend his draft picks, as well as Cutter Gauthier's breakout, other rebuilding teams' timelines, and Wrestlemania.

he New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers played a pretty boring first 40 minutes of hockey, and then exploded for 9 goals in the 3rd period to send the pro-tank Philly fans on a roller coaster of relief and annoyance.Ultimately, it was the Orange & Black who prevailed, damaging their bid for the 4th best odds in the 2025 Draft Lottery.Charlie & Bill break down the “win,” and discuss Aleksei Kolosov's place in the organization.

We're continuing to make our way through potential Philadelphia Flyers head coaching candidates, looking at a few “retread” options today in Jay Woodcroft, Luke Richardson, and Joel Quenneville.Plus, Charlie, Kelly & Bill look back at their preseason predictions for Flyers leading scorer, MVP, and best d-man, and discuss why basically none of their predictions came true.

The Philadelphia Flyers came out sharp against the Montreal Canadiens, scoring in the first 5 minutes and carrying that 1-0 lead into the third period.But it did not last, as the Habs were able to take control and outshoot the Orange & Black over the final 40 minutes 22-16 en route to a 3-2 win.Ryan Poehling set a new career high with his 12th goal of the year and added an assist late, but it was Lane Hutson and the Canadiens who got the last laugh with 3 goals in the 3rd and officially eliminated the Philadelphia Flyers from playoff contention for its 5th straight year.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss and what it means for Philly's draft lottery odds.

The search for the next head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers continues on today's show, with Charlie & Bill discussing a trio of current college bench bosses- David Carle, Pat Ferschweiler & Jay Pandolfo.Plus, they look at their Flyers predictions from the preseason and how good (or bad) they guessed the season would go.

There is no shortage of potential candidates to coach the Philadelphia Flyers next season and through the “next chapter” of Danny Briere‘s rebuild.Today, Charlie, Kelly & Bill begin discussing a few candidates, including current Cancouver Canucks bench boss Rick Tochet, and Phantoms head coach Ian Laperrière.Plus a look at Cam York and his role on Philly‘s blue line, and newest Flyer Karsen Dorwart.

The Philadelphia Flyers have won 3 straight games following John Tortorella's firing, matching their longest stretch of victories this season.Given the draft lottery implications, and everything that has transpired this year, Charlie, Kelly & Bill debate whether these wins are wasting a “lost season.”The gang also looks at Matvei Michkov's Calder odds, as well as The Mad Russian's rankings among rookies in the league and Flyers historically.Plus, a Tankathon spin, a look at the newest Flyer Karsen Dorwart, and more!

Matvei Michkov registered another multi-point game with a pair of assists and the Philadelphia Flyers won their third straight game following John Tortorella's dismissal last Thursday, as the Orange & Black continue battling to kill their draft lottery odds.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the victory, and discuss the ramifications of strong games from Ivan Fedotov & The Mad Russian.

Matvei Michkov became the first Flyers rookie with consecutive 2-goal games since Dave Poulin in March of 1984, leading Philadelphia to a victory that many fans were rooting against.Neck-and-neck with the Buffalo Sabres in the draft lottery standings, a regulation loss would've gone a long way to locking in a top-5 pick for the Orange & Black.But the rejuvenated Flyguys had other ideas, scoring 6 goals for a second straight game since John Tortorella's dismissal.Charlie, Bill & Steve break down the victory and discuss the draft lottery and coaching situations.

The Philadelphia Flyers surprised fans on Thursday morning, announcing John Tortorella had been relieved of his coaching duties, and associate coach Brad Shaw would be taking over on an interim basis.After Thursday night's 6-4 win over the Playoff-contending Montreal Canadiens, there are still a ton of questions regarding Torts' dismissal.Can Shaw hold the job? Will this spark a draft lottery-ruining run? What really lead to all of this? And what the hell is going on with Cam York?Charlie, Kelly & Bill try to make sense of the Orange & Black's last 36 hours.

For at least one game, the Philadelphia Flyers looked like a team not in the midst of a full-on tank following John Tortorella being relieved of his head coaching duties earlier Thursday.Matvei Michkov recorded his 16th multi-point game, picking up a goal and an assist in a 3-goal first period for the Orange & Black and added a second goal in the 3rd to get to 22 goals and 54 points on the season.Charlie, Kelly & Bill react to the Flyers' first post-Torts performance, and huge nights for the captain and Mad Russian.

In a shocking move just hours before their sports complex neighbors begin a new MLB season in Washington DC, the Philadelphia Flyers announce that they have relieved John Tortorella of head coaching duties and have named Brad Shaw as the interim coach. Bill & Charlie react to the shocking news in an emergency episode.

John Tortorella said on Tuesday night that he's not interested in learning to coach a season like this. Unfortunately a season like this is what Torts has, and now questions are being asked, loudly, about how much longer he has behind Philly's bench.Charlie & Bill debate Tortorella's future as Philadelphia Flyers coach, as well as what might go on in net for this season's final 9 games, as well as next year.Plus, a check-in with Lehigh Valley Phantoms correspondent Madeline Campbell, with reinforcements joining the AHL squad soon, and 9 games remaining until Calder Cup Playoffs.

Scott Laughton did not have the big night against his old team that we predicted, but it wasn't needed for the Toronto Maple Leafs who dominated the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night.On the bright side, Matvei Michkov extended his point-streak to 3 games with an assist on Sean Couturier's goal late in the 2nd period.Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down the loss, and celebrate the games remaining hitting single digits.