PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

The Vegas Golden Knights are heading to the Stanley Cup Final for the third time in nine years of existence, and this time it’s with “interim” head coach John Tortorella behind the bench. On today’s show, Charlie & Bill look back on Torts’ tenure with the Philadelphia Flyers and discuss what has made him so successful in Vegas after taking over with eight games remaining in the regular season. We also talk about what it will take to return the Flyers to perennial contender status, as Vegas has achieved in under a decade of being an NHL franchise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The summer has (unofficially) begun and now with Memorial Day behind us, we’re getting closer to a time where there could be meaningful Philadelphia Flyers news. But we still have the pesky Stanley Cup Playoffs to deal with. Today, Charlie & Bill discuss Canes/Habs as well as Avs/Knights. Plus, a response rewind back to Friday’s offer sheet show, a look at the Inquirer’s interview with Phantoms coach John Snowden, and more! 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 Keith Jones have said since they took over the Philadelphia Flyers’ front office that they’d explore every avenue to improve the team- trades, draft, UFA signings, international free agents, and potentially even OFFER SHEETS! They’ve become very rare in the NHL, but it is part of the rules that a team can attempt to sign another’s restricted free agents and compensate that team with draft picks. So today, Charlie and Bill break down the Flyers’ options for potential offer sheets, and discuss Philly’s history of using the tactic. Plus, a discussion on Jack Nesbitt, the Flyers prospect who has committed to the University of Michigan. 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 had a goalie problem and Dan Vladar solved it when he signed in Philadelphia last July 1st. Now, with one year left on his free agent deal, he’ll be eligible to sign an extension July 1st this year, and it seems both he and Danny Briere’s front office are interested in doing so. Charlie & Bill discuss what Vladar’s contract could look like, whether it’s smart to invest in him after a breakout season, and how the potential re-signing could impact how they address backup goaltender. Plus, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, social media responses to yesterday’s John Carlson topic, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After career years with the NHL's Philadelphia Flyers, both Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale are now restricted free agents and eligible for contract extensions. What could an extension look like for Trevor Zegras? Would it be a long-term deal after his comments on his desire to stay in Philly, or short-term after his offense dipped after the Olympic break? And what about Jamie Drysdale? Is his positive upside and trending development safe for GM Danny Briere? Bill and Charlie discuss all the latest Flyers rumors and more on the newest episode 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.

The Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers, after re-signing their key restricted free agents Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale, could have well over $20 million in available cap space this summer. While there aren’t many (any) truly elite free agent options, it’s hard to imagine Philly making zero additions on July 1st. Today, Charlie & Bill discuss some interesting possibilities for the Orange & Black to sign a veteran defenseman like John Carlson, as well as former star forwards who could now make good depth pieces, like Vladimir Tarasenko. Plus, a look at the social media responses from yesterday’s topics covering Porter Martone and Sam Ersson. Finally, predictions for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, the latter of which begins tonight between the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yeah, I want to talk about Porter Martone. Standout freshman season at Michigan State. Captained Canada’s World Juniors team and led the tournament in goals. One of the Flyers’ best players down the stretch. And now 5 points in 3 games for Canada at World Championships. Let’s dream on Martone for a bit today. Plus, Charlie & Bill look at Sabres/Canadiens Game 7 and the now set Eastern Conference Final, as well as react to YOUR reactions to the hypothetical possibility of trading for Joseph Woll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2025-26 Philadelphia Flyers season is officially behind us, but the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue. Tonight, the Buffalo Sabres host the Montreal Canadiens in a Game 7 to determine who plays the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final. Today, Charlie and Bill discuss the remaining teams in the postseason, how they got to where they are, and how Danny Briere can take his team from young, up-and-coming overachievers to serious Cup contenders, with a specific look at the possibility of replacing Sam Ersson and the potentially available free agent goalies. Plus, we’ll look back at our preseason and pre-playoff predictions to see what we got right and where we went wrong. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the Philadelphia Flyers are coming off a 4-0 series losing sweep to Carolina in the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Orange and Black have a combined 6-25 record overall since Brind'Amour took over in 2018. What can Danny Briere do to get his squad to beat Carolina? Should the rebuild reflect on beating Eric Tulsky's strategy completely? Bill and Charlie of the PHLY Flyers Podcast debate the Flyers/Hurricanes matchup and what Philly can do moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday’s show is a catch-up on all this week’s topics, starting with more from GM Danny Briere’s exit interview, discussing Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale’s contracts, Rick Tocchet’s first season, 2026 free agency and more. Plus, Charlie & Bill do a deeper dive into The Claude Giroux question, and close out the conversation on player exit interviews with Travis Sanheim & Cam York. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia Flyers general manager Danny Briere sat down with the media on Thursday for his season-end press conference and to tie a bow on break-up week. Briere discussed the expectations for the Orange & Black going forward, what he thought of Rick Tocchet’s first year behind the bench, the goaltending, Matvei Michkov and much more! Today, Charlie & Bill react to Briere’s presser, as well as the Flyers’ lengthy injury report following the elimination from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday was Rick Tocchet’s turn to meet with the media and wrap up 2025-26 season with an exit interview in which he discussed his “controversial” decision to scratch Matvei Michkov for game 4 against the Hurricanes, and his relationship with the 21-year-old Russian sophomore. Tocchet also went into detail on fixing the power play, which has sucked for 5 years, his assessment of other young players and more. Charlie & Bill react to Tocchet’s press conference, and discuss some of the players who spoke yesterday, including Sean Couturier, Trevor Zegras and Rasmus Ristolainen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees, NJ for Flyers' exit interviews, as Owen Tippett revealed his gruesome internal bleeding and sports hernia injuries suffered in the playoffs, Matvei Michkov spoke on his scratches in the playoffs, and more Flyers spoke today as a part of their elimination from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 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 season ended on Saturday night at the Xfinity Mobile Arena with a 3-2 overtime loss, completing a sweep at the hands on the Carolina Hurricanes. Now, it’s time for the players to reflect on their seasons in their final meetings with the media for the season. Charlie, Kelly & Bill react to exit interviews from key players, including Matvei Michkov, Owen Tippett, Dan Vladar and many more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2025-26 Philadelphia Flyers season came to an official end on Saturday night, losing Game 4 in overtime to the Carolina Hurricanes in a sweep of the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Today, Charlie & Bill begin the Orange & Black autopsy, discussing the playoff performances for several key players, and what to take away from Philly’s surprise playoff run. 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 just did not have enough to beat the Carolina Hurricanes and avoid a four-game sweep on Saturday night, falling in overtime to Rod Brind’Amour’s squad despite valiant efforts by Dan Vladar, Travis Konecny, Alex Bump and Porter Martone. Charlie, Steve and Bill break down the final loss of the 2025-26 Flyers season, discussing the decision to scratch Matvei Michkov, Vladar’s playoff performance, and the Orange & Black’s inability to score three goals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Tuesday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs won the Gavin McKenna sweepstakes, moving from fifth to first in the NHL Draft Lottery. With the move, the first round picks the Leafs owe the Philadelphia Flyers and Boston Bruins lose their protections, and open up a lot of flexibility for Danny Briere. On this week’s episode of THE SHOOTOUT, Bill dives into what it could mean for the Orange & Black to potentially acquire an unprotected first round pick from Toronto in 2027 or 2028. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Through 40 minutes the Philadelphia Flyers played about as well as could be expected against the Hurricanes, but special teams failures and an inability to finish chances led the Orange & Black to a 2-1 deficit, and then another PPG for the Hurricanes to start the 3rd spelled the end, and a 3-0 series deficit. Bill, Steve & Charlie break down the demoralizing loss, discussing special teams, Trevor Zegras’ line, Dan Vladar 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.

Noah Cates, who may or may not have been spotted with or in a walking boot following the Philadelphia Flyers Game 2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday, has been announced OUT for the rest of the second round. With Jett Luchanko’s OHL season ending earlier this week, it remains a possibility the 2024 first round pick fills in for Cates in the center rotation. Charlie & Bill discuss the Cates injury and what it could mean for the lineup, as well as how last night’s NHL Draft Lottery win for the Toronto Maple Leafs impacts Philly’s pick from the Scott Laughton trade. Plus, MAILBAG QUESTIONS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees, NJ to report on the Philadelphia Flyers' practice, as Rick Tocchet announced today that center Noah Cates is out with a lower-body injury for the remainder of the Flyers vs Hurricanes series in Round 2 of the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs. Jett Luchanko was also recalled and could be inserted into the Flyers lineup, and injury updates for Owen Tippett, Christian Dvorak, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.