PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

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.

Our very own Charlie O'Connor was on the scene in Voorhees, NJ to cover the Flyers' return to Philadelphia after their Disney On Ice road trip commenced with a 5-2 over McDavid's Edmonton Oilers, and before their big game Tuesday night vs Cutter Gauthier's Anaheim Ducks. Matvei Michkov missed practice for the Flyers today, with Rick Tocchet explaining he took a shot off the foot Saturday and reported discomfort. Meanwhile, Denver Barkey continues to impress the staff. 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 will have representatives on three of the four teams vying for medals in tonight’s World Junior Championship action. Tournament standout Porter Martone, along with Jett Luchanko, will represent Canada against Heikki Ruohonen and Max Westergard’s Finland squad in the Bronze Medal game before Jack Berglund captains Sweden against Czechia in the Gold Medal game. Shane Vansaghi’s Team USA won’t be participating, but we’ll discuss him as well.Charlie & Bill will also take a look at the Flyers’ next month of games ahead of the Olympic break, and what they’ll need to do to stay in Stanley Cup Playoff contention before the 19-day pause in the schedule. We’ll also get into the Egor Zamula situation in Pittsburgh, mostly because it’s kind of funny. 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 opened up a 3-0 lead in the first 15 minutes of the first period, highlighted by Denver Barkey’s first career goal. But it’s never easy against Connor McDavid & Co. and the Best Player in the World extended his point streak to 15 games with his customary two points. But it was Dan Vladar and the Flyers defense that choked the Edmonton firepower enough to get out of Edmonton with a well-earned regulation win.Charlie & Bill break down the win, with a look at Matvei Michkov’s penalty taking, Owen Tippett’s playmaking, 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.

Hockey insider Elliotte Friedman reported earlier this week that the Flyers and Christian Dvorak are talking a contract extension, as the 29-year old center is having a career year with the Philadelphia Flyers and playing on the same line as Trevor Zegras. What could an extension look like for Dvorak? Would the Flyers be open to trading him? And are the Flyers prioritizing a contract extension for Zegras as well? 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.