PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

The Philadelphia Flyers went into Buffalo on Wednesday night looking to end a 3-game losing streak. Instead a total lack of discipline and the continued failure of the power play and penalty kill resulted in a lopsided loss to the Sabres, who have now won 14 of 16 to get themselves back into the Eastern Conference Stanley Cup Playoff race.Charlie & Bill break down the loss, including Vladar’s injury, Zegras’ slump, the terrible special teams, 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.

The Flyers begin a road trip with a tough test in Buffalo versus the surging Sabres and then off to Pittsburgh to face their pesky rival in the Penguins, and our very own Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees, NJ to get the latest on the Flyers' practice, including injury updates on Bobby Brink and Jamie Drysdale. Additionally, hear from Travis Sanheim on his thoughts on how the team needs to bounce back amidst a 3-game losing streak.   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 have a busy schedule ahead of the Olympic break, with four games this week and 11 until the league pauses for the Winter Games.But there’s still plenty happening off the ice, with the possibility of Danny Briere trading Rasmus Ristolainen swirling, despite the Flyers making a playoff push. Charlie & Bill also discuss the embarrassing Philly power play, potential options to replace Sam Ersson as the backup goaltender, Matvei Michkov’s goal-scoring struggles, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Vladar faired better than Sam Ersson did two nights ago, but only marginally, as the Philadelphia Flyers were beaten at home for the second straight game by the Tampa Bay Lightning. This game was certainly made more frustrating by the failure of Philly’s special teams, but even more so by how unevenly it was officiated. Not that the refs caused the loss, but it was still ridiculous.Bill, Kelly and Charlie break down the loss, including Trevor Zegras being held without a point for 3 straight games for the first time all season, and whether Rick Tocchet should’ve been more cautious with Vladar in the third period. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Even after firing Rocky Thompson, the Philadelphia Flyers' power play continues to be abysmal, ranking towards the very bottom of the NHL. How can the Flyers fix it? Should they make a trade or fire a coach? Bill Matz thinks it's simple: trade for New Jersey Devil Dougie Hamilton.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well, the Philadelphia Flyers played the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night, and through 40 minutes it was kind of interesting. But the combination of a depleted offense, bad puck management, and Sam Ersson caught up to the Orange & Black, who got steamrolled in the third period, leading to a blowout loss. Join Bill Matz, Charlie O'Connor, Steve Jacot and the PHLY Flyers crew as they breakdown all the action from tonight's matchup between the Philadelphia Flyers and Tampa Bay Lightning. 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 seemed to be in control of the game with a power play that became a 5v3 in the back half of the third period, but it was former Flyer Scott Laughton who tied the game short-handed, setting up a crazy overtime that ended with an Easton Cowan goal.Bill, Kelly & Charlie break down the loss, discussing the power play woes, Matvei Michkov losing his scoring touch, and the emotional letdown after Tuesday’s win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have reached the halfway point of the 2025-26 NHL season, with the Philadelphia Flyers closing the first half on a high note, a 5-2 victory over Cutter Gauthier’s Anaheim Ducks.On today’s show, Charlie & Bill dissect Trevor Zegras’ first 41 games in Orange & Black, and how complicated his contract extension negotiations with Danny Briere could be. Plus, we have to talk about this power play, a day after Philly went 1-for-8 with the man advantage, including a failed 5v3 and a failed 5-minute major. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two first-period goals by former Anaheim Duck Trevor Zegras were the difference in what was an emotional and violent night in South Philly and the Flyers improve to 3-0 against Cutter Gauthier since he was traded away.Bill, Steve & Charlie break down a huge win for the Orange & Black in their first game back from the West Coast road trip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Well, they did it! Danny Briere and Christian Dvorak agreed late Monday night to a 5-year, $5.15M AAV contract extension for the 30-year-old center & pending UFA.Bill and Charlie discuss the news and contract value for Dvorak's career-year, as well as what this could mean for the Philadelphia Flyers long-term, including Trevor Zegras, Sean Couturier, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.