PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

Two years ago today (June 17, 2022), John Tortorella was named head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers. His tenure has been filled with funny quotes, several controversies, a suspension, and all the typical Torts shenanigans.It seems as if Tortorella is part of the brain trust and the long term rebuild plan, whether as bench boss or something else.Today, Charlie and Bill discuss the first 2 years of Torts, and how much longer they foresee him lasting as the head coach, and what could come after that.Plus, the Flyers have re-signed Adam Ginning, brought in Rodrigo Ābols, and Connor McDavid broke a Wayne Gretzky record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Friday PHLY Fam! On today’s edition of F-Around Friday, we’re sharing our offseason wishlists!Charlie, Kelly & Bill share the players they want to see Danny Briere target at the upcoming draft, as well as in trades and free agency this summer. Plus, the player(s) they’d like to see Philadelphia avoid acquiring, and their most desired subtraction from the squad, as well.We also get into the Florida Panthers commanding 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, and the Utah Hockey Club’s inaugural jerseys for their first season post-Coyotes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, we’re going to start with the recent revelation that Flyers captain Sean Couturier underwent core muscle/sports hernia surgery, and what it means for the former Selke winner going forward.We’re also debating merits of Philly being the location for Patrik Laine’s fresh start, and other potential reclamation projects for Danny Briere to pursue this offseason.And whether it’s the Ottawa Senators, Hershey Bears or anything Boston, we’re talking about teams we HATE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PHLY Flyers did not miss a beat without one of its main hosts away for a week, but Bill is back and he’s getting caught up on all that has (or hasn’t) gone on while in London.Is there anything new on the Travis Konecny front? What’s the latest on the top prospects in the upcoming NHL Draft? How’s the Stanley Cup Final going? Where’s CapFriendly going?Plus, a look towards the PHLY/BSH 7th annual DRAFT PARTY!It’s a day to catch up, look back and set the tone for the rest of the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flyers are clearly aiming to turn the corner into contention in a couple years. But which Metropolitan Division teams will be the top clubs when the Flyers hope their window hopes? Charlie and Kelly break it down.The Stanley Cup Final is still rolling, but is Florida’s 2-0 series lead too much to overcome?And wait… no more CapFriendly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s Alex Appleyard Day, as the longtime PHLY and contributor at The Athletic Philly joins the show to provide his insights on the looming NHL Draft.But first, Charlie and J.P. break down the big hockey story from the weekend — Sergei Bobrovsky’s monster Game 1 in the Stanley Cup Final for Florida. How did the Flyers ever let him leave?Then, it’s a look at the just-concluded NHL Combine, the Flyers-related rumors that emerged from the weekend, and whether it’s acceptable to ask draft prospects about their Uber ratings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Friday! There will be plenty of time over the next few weeks to look forward at the looming 2024 NHL Draft. But today, let’s look backwards.The Flyers haven’t been a fantastic drafting team over the last decade. But which picks were their worst? Which ones were their best?Charlie and Kelly step into the ol’ time machine and revisit the last 10 draft classes, breaking down the biggest hits and the most unforgiveable misses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2024 NHL Draft is only a few weeks away, and to help break it all down from a Flyers perspective, why not bring in one of the experts?FloHockey’s Chris Peters — one of the top draft analysts in the public sphere — joins PHLY Flyers to chat about the looming drafts and the top prospects.Who might be available at No. 12? What is Konsta Helenius’ ceiling? Will Berkly Catton be able to stick at center? Who could be good options with their late-first round pick? And what’s the leaguewide perception of GM Daniel Briere’s draft tendencies?Charlie and Kelly also chat about Wednesday’s Dan Hilferty/Keith Jones press conference, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We didn’t get to hear from Dan Hilferty or Keith Jones at exit interviews a few weeks ago, but on Wednesday morning the CEO and PoHO held a 30+ minute press conference to answer questions on everything from Matvei Michkov, the trade deadline, the rebuild timeline, and the proposed reimagining of the South Philly Sports Complex.Charlie & Bill react to all of Jonesy and Hilferty’s quotes, and have a little fun with the Chairman & CEO of Comcast Spectacor after he joked with Charlie at the presser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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 bunch of different topics today. First, we’re using Rhys Hoskins’ return to Citizens Bank Park with the Milwaukee Brewers as a jumping off point to discuss moments we miss about the Flyers being a great team, and returns of beloved players like Kimmo Timonen and Claude Giroux.And as long as we’re talking about former Flyers, Charlie & Bill tackle the question “was the Bobrovsky trade the worst in Philadelphia history?” with Bob now back in the Stanley Cup Final.Plus, we’ll discuss the 2010 Stanley Cup Final, because on this day 14 years ago the Flyers won Game 4 to tie the series at 2, and it’s the last time they won a game in the Championship round.Finally, Martin Necas: does it make sense? Do we think it could or should happen? Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.