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Bobby Brink’s Big Night Helps Flyers Snap Skid Against Lightning

A week ago, the Tampa Bay Lightning were flying high. They were a league-best 10-1-1 from Feb. 1 to the trade deadline, which saw them supplement their forward group by reuniting with Yanni Gourde and acquiring Oliver Bjorkstrand.

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Flyers' Owen Tippett hits shootout winner to beat Lightning

Owen Tippett scored the decisive shootout goal as the Philadelphia Flyers picked up a badly needed home victory by defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday.

John Tortorella News / Athlon Sports / March 13

John Tortorella Fires Back at Reporter Over His Job Security

John Tortorella has never been one to shy away from being blunt. As the Philadelphia Flyers traverse their way through an organizational rough patch,

Philadelphia Flyers News / Blade of Steel / March 12

John Tortorella Reveals His Future in the NHL as He Approaches His 67th Birthday

John Tortorella isn't getting any younger, but despite his age, he has no immediate plans to retire and wants to continue coaching for a few more years.

John Tortorella News / The Hockey Writers / March 12

Flyers’ John Tortorella Called Out by NHL Legend

The Philadelphia Flyers are undergoing one of their all-too-familiar losing streaks. With five consecutive regulation losses in that stretch, they sit at 27-31-8, risking a potential basement finish to their 2024-25 campaign.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 12

Metropolitan notes: Boqvist, Tortorella, Jarry

As the Islanders lost a key game to the Kings last night, falling behind in the playoff race, they also lost depth defenseman Adam Boqvist to an upper-body injury.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Hockey Patrol / March 11

Flyers GM Danny Briere Details How the Scott Laughton Trade to the Leafs Unfolded

Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere opened up on how the Scott Laughton trade played out as the trade deadline timer ticked away into crunch time. As the hours ticked away on March 7 on NHL Trade Deadline Day, fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs were anxiously awaiting what type of move the team was going to make.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Nikita Grebenkin vocal on struggles with Leafs after trade to Flyers

It’s going to be a new situation for Nikita Grebenkin, who was acquired by the Philadelphia Flyers along with a 2027 first-round pick from the Toronto Maple Leafs for Scott Laughton, a 2025 fourth-round pick, and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

4 Things For the Flyers to Focus On the Rest of 2024-25

The Philadelphia Flyers are not going to make the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Any faint hopes of the team truly surging back into the race have been washed away during the first half of their seven-game homestand, as the Flyers have five goals through four games and have lost each contest.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / March 11

Newest Flyers Prospect Excited to Play With Childhood Friend

The Philadelphia Flyers entered the trade deadline with the intention of selling a few pieces and retooling for the future. Among their moves, the Flyers sent forward Scott Laughton to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Joel Farabee Calls Out John Tortorella After Flyers Departure: 'I'm Trusted Here'

The Philadelphia Flyers are not headed for the playoffs in 2025. Knowing that's been the writing on the wall for a while, general manager sent two core players in Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost to the Calgary Flames in January.

Philadelphia Flyers News / House of Hockey / March 9

Matvei Michkov Hits a New Low in Philadelphia as John Tortorella Loses His Trust

Matvei Michkov has excelled on the ice this season, but after his latest benching, it appears the tensions continue to grow between he and coach John Tortorella.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Blade of Steel / March 9

Former Philadelphia Flyers Forward Takes A Direct Shot At John Tortorella

Joel Farabee has been solid in his time as a Calgary Flame, and after being trusted in a big moment, he called out his former Head Coach for not doing the same.

NHL News / Philly Hockey Now / March 8

Flyers Struggle Again, Beat 4-1 by Kraken on Saturday

In the wake of the NHL trade deadline, the Flyers put forward their third straight game of offensive struggle, falling to the struggling Seattle Kraken 4-1 on Saturday afternoon.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Flyers GM makes 'scary' admission about Scott Laughton trade

Flyers GM makes 'scary' admission about Maple Leafs-Scott Laughton trade

Flyers general manager Daniel Briere acknowledged the challenge of trading Laughton.

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Daniel Briere News / Philly Hockey Now / March 7

Flyers’ Trade Deadline Recap: Briere Talks Trade Deadline

After a quiet start to the NHL trade deadline, Flyers’ general manager Daniel Briere had himself a busy afternoon on Friday, completing three trades before the 3:00 p.m.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 7

Kraken meet Flyers after both were deadline sellers

Count the Philadelphia Flyers and Seattle Kraken among the teams that have been a bit out of it this week. That's what happens in the days leading up to the NHL trade deadline.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / March 7

Flyers Send Depth Defenseman Back to his Former Club at the Buzzer

In a buzzer-beater move, the Philadelphia Flyers traded Erik Johnson back to the Colorado Avalanche, where he spent most of his career. In return, the Flyers received forward Givani Smith from Colorado.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 7

Avalanche re-acquire Erik Johnson from Flyers for Givani Smith

A familiar face is returning to the Mile High City. On Friday, the Philadelphia Flyers traded defenseman Erik Johnson to the Colorado Avalanche. In return, the Flyers receive forward Givani Smith.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Avalanche reunite with defenseman from championship team in trade with Flyers

The Avalanche are bringing 2022 Stanley Cup champion Erik Johnson back to Denver.

Flyers trade former first-round pick Scott Laughton to Maple Leafs

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Scott Laughton News / Field Level Media / March 7

Flyers trade former first-round pick Scott Laughton to Maple Leafs

The Philadelphia Flyers are parting ways with Scott Laughton after 12 seasons, sending him and two draft picks to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Nikita Grebenkin and a 2027 first-round pick, according to multiple reports Friday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Rumors / March 7

Philadelphia Flyers seeking high price for Rasmus Ristolainen, Scott Laughton

Darren Dreger: The Philadelphia Flyers are asking for a first-round pick, a prospect and a player for defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen. There is a good chance that he will remain with the Flyers.

Andrei Kuzmenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Kings acquire forward from Flyers

The deal will see a third-round pick in 2027 headed back to the Flyers.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / March 6

NHL Trade Deadline: Teams Are Busy–What’s Holding up the Flyers?

The NHL trade deadline is approaching quickly. Plenty of NHL teams are active as buyers and sellers. While the Philadelphia Flyers were not particularly expected to make any earth-shattering moves, they certainly have players generating interest on the trade market.

Matvei Michkov News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Calder Trophy Rankings Update: Flyers’ Matvei Michkov is back, baby

Hockey fans are passionate folks. And the diehards will defend their teams – and their players – to the death. So when it comes to the Calder Trophy race, it’s easy for a fanbase to be overly emotional and biased toward their own talent.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 28