PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

There were some noteworthy items from the Flyers' first day of rookie camp, as 2024 1st-round draft pick Jett Luchanko was the lone rookie who did not practice. PHLY Flyers' Charlie O'Connor was on the scene to report on Day 1 at the Flyers' training facility in Voorhees and what he saw from the rookies on the ice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are one step closer to the beginning of the NHL season with Day 1 of Rookie Camp in the books for Philadelphia Flyers youngsters and coaching staff.Charlie and Bill discuss how the rookies performed, the chances of those making the team, Jett Luchanko's injury, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia Flyers President Keith Jones and Governor Dan Hilferty met with the media ahead of rookie camp opening tomorrow, and today Bill & Charlie are reacting to the press conference. We’re also taking a look at more of the Orange & Black’s Top 20 Prospects today, with a focus on defensemen and centers like Oliver Bonk and Jack Nesbitt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the puck dropping on Flyers rookie camp later this week (Thursday at 11am to be exact) we’re taking a look at the Flyers Top 20 prospect rankings, and the wingers with chances to make the team.Charlie, Bill & Kelly discuss Charlie’s Top 20 list, and dive deeper into the interview with Brent Flahr as it relates to the team’s up-and-coming forwards including Porter Martone, Denver Barkey, Alex Bump and Nikita Grebenkin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Using Flyers players from the past, Bill Matz of the PHLY Flyers Podcast and Kelly Hinkle of Broad Street Hockey debate the best and worse case scenarios of Flyers rookies Alex Bump, Jett Luchanko, and Emil Andrae. Could Luchanko be the next Mike Richards? What if Emil Andrae turns into Phil Myers? Tune in to find out!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last night, the Philadelphia Eagles opened their 2025 campaign with a primetime win over the Dallas Cowboys. But the biggest moment of the night was Jalen Carter’s spit-heard-round-the-world that resulted in his ejection before officially playing a snap.In honor of the Birds’ star d-lineman, Bill & Steve are remembering some of the dumbest and weirdest moments they’ve ever seen in an NHL game.Plus, a little talk on Jett Luchanko being the now former captain of the Guelph Storm, and what the Flyers prospect’s OHL team naming a different captain could mean for Jett’s near-future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about the Philadelphia Flyers’ young NHLers and prospects recently- Matvei Michkov, Jett Luchanko, Jamie Drysdale and the rest of the future of the franchise.But what about the 3 longest-tenured Flyers who are all but guaranteed to be here, based on their long-term contracts?Bill & Kelly discuss their expectations for Sean Couturier, Travis Konecny and Travis Sanheim’s roles as this rebuild looks to turn a corner. PLUS! DANNY MADE A TRADE!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jett Luchanko’s AHL eligibility was debated yesterday and while there may not be a complete answer to whether 19-year-olds will be allowed to play for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms in 2025-26, the easiest way for the player to make that speculation pointless is a big training camp that earns him a role with the NHL squad.Bill & Kelly discuss Luchanko, and other youngsters with a shot to crack the Flyers roster, as well as their optimism for this season, Sanheim potentially getting a fabric letter sewn on his sweater, and whether there could be a goalie controversy. 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 a mailbag day!With the offseason winding down and Labor Day behind us, Bill is answering questions about Porter Martone’s freshman stat line and whether it’s expected Danny Briere will sign the 2025 sixth overall pick after the season. There’s also questions about Michkov’s power play partners, excitement about the upcoming season, trading for Quinn Hughes, and who’ll have more wins in October, Sam Ersson or the Phillies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Assistant Coach Brad Shaw, who was highly regarded for his improvement of multiple defensemen and the penalty kill, leaving the Flyers for the rival New Jersey Devils, a lot of eyes will be on how the defensemen improve under Rick Tocchet's new staff. One defenseman fans will certainly have an eye on is Jamie Drysdale and his development. Bill Matz and Charlie O'Connor explain why this season is make-or-break for Jamie Drysdale and prove his worth from the Cutter Gauthier trade.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.