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The PHLY Flyers Podcast is your home for daily Philadelphia Flyers coverage. Hosted by Charlie O'Connor and Bill Matz, the show delivers expert analysis, player interviews, game breakdowns, trade rumors, and postgame reactions. From the Wells Fargo Center to the draft floor, PHLY Flyers brings Flyers fans insider access, honest discussion, and passionate coverage of the Orange and Black. No one covers the Flyers or Philadelphia hockey like PHLY Sports.
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May 30, 2025 • 1h 13min
Tyson Foerster signs bridge deal, what’s next for Flyers’ RFAs and offseason plan? | PHLY Flyers
Yesterday, it was announced that Tyson Foerster signed a 2-year contract extension prior to becoming a restricted free agent on July 1st. This continues a pattern of bridge deals following entry-level contracts. Charlie & Bill discuss the possible motivation behind avoiding long term contracts for young players, and what’s on the table for remaining RFAs Cam York, Noah Cates and Jakob Pelletier.Plus, a look at the Stanley Cup Final, a rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2025 • 1h 25min
Should the Philadelphia Flyers trade for Marco Rossi? | PHLY Flyers Podcast
Marco Rossi seems to have been linked to the Philadelphia Flyers for over a year, and yesterday, a report from RG Media came out that Danny Briere has expressed interest in the diminutive center.On today’s show, Charlie & Bill debate the price Philly could and should pay for Rossi, the 2020 9th overall pick.Plus, a discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoffs and where the Carolina Hurricanes stand after being eliminated in 5 games by the defending champion Florida Panthers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2025 • 1h 16min
What if Porter Martone falls to Flyers in NHL Draft? | PHLY Flyers Podcast
We’re continuing our breakdowns of potential Philadelphia Flyers draft picks at #6, with a look today at Porter Martone.If Martone falls to the Flyers, would it make sense for Danny Briere to select the winger over a much-needed center?Plus, more on Ian Laperrière and the change at the helm behind the bench in Allentown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 27, 2025 • 1h 17min
Flyers speculation: Draft Brady Martin at 6? Did Danny Briere refuse to trade Rasmus Ristolainen?
Big day of Philadelphia Flyers conversations after the holiday weekend. We’re back to discussing possible draft prospects for Danny Briere & Co. at the sixth pick with Soo Greyhounds forward Brady Martin.Plus, we’re reacting to the rumors and speculation regarding the Flyers refusing to trade Rasmus Ristolainen for “a haul,” as well as reports of Aleksei Kolosov heading back to the KHL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 23, 2025 • 1h 17min
Could KHL MVP finalist Maxim Shabanov join Matvei Michkov in Philadelphia? Talking trades & FAs
On this Friday edition of PHLY Flyers, we’re discussing a number of potential offseason moves Philadelphia could make in the coming weeks and months.Charlie & Bill converse about Maxim Shabanov, the Russian star rumored to be headed to the NHL following his KHL season ending in a loss in the championship round.Plus, they’ll debate Mitch Marner’s free agency and Danny Briere’s potential interest in the Leafs’ UFA star, as well as other trade and signing options that include Owen Tippett, Aaron Ekblad, Ukko Pekka-Luukkonen, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 22, 2025 • 1h 9min
Flyers Mailbag (part 2): Michkov’s linemates, Luchanko’s ranking, summer 2026
We had so much fun discussing everybody’s Philadelphia Flyers mailbag questions yesterday that we’re finishing it up today!Bill & Kelly are back and discussing questions about the best possible linemates for Matvei Michkov, as well as where Jett Luchanko would rank in this year’s draft and what needs to happen to Philly’s center depth to make them a contender. And we’ll talk about next summer and the Orange & Black’s front office targeting 2026 as the BIG offseason.Plus, a look at 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.

May 21, 2025 • 1h 2min
Flyers Mailbag: Discussing goalie options, offer sheets, and “go-time” summer 2026 | PHLY Flyers
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!On today’s show we’re opening up the mailbag to answer some questions from our listeners and social media followers. From whether Dan Vladar is the short-term answer in net for the Philadelphia Flyers, to the best possible linemates for Matvei Michkov, Bill & Kelly answer your hockey inquiries, as well as some more on the less-pertinent side. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 20, 2025 • 1h 8min
Flyers TOP priorities following the Rick Tocchet hire
Rick Tocchet is the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers. Whatever you think about the hire, that box is checked on Danny Briere’s offseason priority list. So what are the next big undertakings for Philadelphia’s front office? Is there anything more important than finding Matvei Michkov’s center? Is a coaching staff that can bring along young prospects and fix the power play a bigger deal for this summer? And how fixated should we be on a BIG acquisition? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 19, 2025 • 1h 6min
McQueen Monday! Could Flyers take big risk with 6th overall draft pick? | PHLY Flyers
It’s time to get back to discussing the prospects of the 2025 NHL Draft, after taking a detour for a few days last week to cover Rick Tocchet’s hiring as the Philadelphia Flyers’ new head coach.Today, the long-awaited discussion of Roger McQueen is finally going to happen. Charlie & Bill debate the risk factors of taking the 6-5 center from the Brandon Wheat Kings who missed most of his draft season with a stress fracture of the spine.We’ll also discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Conference Finals, with all four teams now set. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 16, 2025 • 1h 16min
Philadelphia Flyers introduce new head coach Rick Tocchet | PHLY Flyers Podcast
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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


