Broad Street Hockey: For Philadelphia Flyers Fans

Happy F-Around Friday to all who celebrate! On today’s episode, with the NHL Entry Draft a week away, we unveil the big board of the best names in the draft! Where will Carter Yakemchuk, John Mustard and some other, lesser-known prospects land?Plus, Charlie & Bill discuss some recent headlines from around the league, including Chris Drury’s move to send Barclay Goodrow from the Rangers to the Sharks despite the player’s no trade restrictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Briere held a pre-draft press conference on Thursday morning, and our own Charlie O’Connor was in attendance. On today’s show we react to the presser, the draft possible strategy, and everything discussed by the Flyers general manager.Plus, there are rumors! Could Philly and Ottawa be cooking up something spicy? Also, Ian Laperrière got a contract extension with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. We discuss why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is nine days away, and we have a brand new 7-round mock draft to react to, from our friend Corey Pronman at The Athletic.Before Charlie and Bill talk Konsta Helenius, Cole Eiserman, Cole Hutson and all the waiting-to-be-drafted prospects, they’ve gotta discuss the Flyers current top prospect Matvei Michkov! He’s got some new social media posts! And they’re Philly-related!Plus, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers have now pushed the Stanley Cup Final to a sixth game following a 5-3 win in Sunrise last night. Can they pull off the Mike Richards Special in the championship round? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the PHLY Flyers wishlists were published last week, we got a few comments about John Tortorella’s “open contempt” for Trevor Zegras, stemming from his comments about the Zegras/Sonny Milano “Michigan” goal from December 2021. But were those comments really that inflammatory? Would they hurt the chances of Danny Briere acquiring Zegras from Anaheim?Plus, the news of the day is that the San Jose Sharks may be interested in Cam Atkinson, but Atkinson may not be interested in San Jose. Charlie & Bill discuss the Flyers options with Atkinson as the look to clear up their salary cap situation for the coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Stanley Cup Final is set, with the Florida Panthers winning the Eastern Conference for the second straight season, and they will take on the Edmonton Oilers, making a return to the Final for the first time since 2006.It’s McDavid & Draisaitl vs. Tkachuk & Barkov. Skinner vs. Bobrovsky. Kris Knoblauch vs. Paul Maurice.On Monday’s show, Charlie & Bill will answer the burning question, “how does this affect the Flyers?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Friday, Philly! The gang is back for another edition of offseason F-Around Fridays, and today we’re jumping around several topics.With Kelly joining Charlie & Bill, we continue the Travis Konecny re-signing debate, and share our offseason wishlists for Danny Briere.There’s also some Stanley Cup Playoff talk, as well as a lock at a brand new mock draft (via The Athletic). Finally, we get into (if there’s time) the proposed names for the new NHL team in Utah.It’s a jam-packed show! Don’t miss it! Seriously! Don’t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re on the verge of an important Flyers offseason, Danny Briere’s second as GM. While trades can be made now, we’re about a month away from the true beginning of the busy season, with the draft at the end of June and free agency beginning July 1.And the biggest piece of business the Flyers will handle on July 1 is Travis Konecny, who will officially be eligible for a contract extension at the onset of the new league year.Should the Flyers immediately re-sign TK? Should they wait? Is it a good idea to keep him at all, or should they trade him while his value is high?Charlie & Bill debate the TK conundrum as well as talk some draft, playoffs and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preparations for the 2024 NHL Entry Draft continue today, with a look at the wingers!With names like Ivan Demidov, Cole Eiserman, Tij Iginla and John Mustard on the board, Charlie & Bill break down each player’s scouting report, as well as their potential for with the Flyers. While the wing, specifically the right side, is fairly well stocked for Philadelphia, they can’t afford to pass on talent, and there’s a lot of it on the wing.The boys also take a look at Charlie’s first mock draft (https://allphly.com/phly-nhl-mock-draft-v-1-0-lottery-edition/) and have another conversation regarding Travis Konecny’s future in Orange and Black. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gang is back on Tuesday afternoon to discuss all the news and rumors from the holiday weekend. Are the Flyers really in on Martin Necas? What’s the temperature on Travis Konecny’s extension? What did Matvei Michkov say about his relationship with his KHL coach?Charlie, Kelly & Bill break down everything plus take a look at the Draft Prospects at wing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's another F-Around Friday, and today we're talking about the anniversary of "The Shift" 13 years ago today, some new articles from Charlie, and a round of stay-or-go.One of the biggest questions surrounding the Flyers is when they plan on turning the corner and how: the cap situation is a little daunting but somewhat manageable, but the Flyers really aren't able to go guns ablaze mode until 2026-27.JP and Charlie break down who may be around on the roster at the point, and how the Flyers can manage their cap space and roster in the coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices