Hextall Builds Toward Future At Trade Deadline Greg Fernandez | March 5, 2015 Actions speak louder than words, and Philadelphia Flyers general manager Ron Hextall’s moves during the NHL’s trade deadline Monday conveyed his true intentions for this team. Hextall’s forthcomingness about his vision…
Flyers Getting Max Value Out Of Simmonds Greg Fernandez | February 21, 2015 Since being acquired by the Philadelphia Flyers in the blockbuster deal that sent then-captain Mike Richards to the Los Angeles Kings, Wayne Simmonds has transformed himself into one of the…
What Should Flyers Strategy Be At Trade Deadline? Greg Fernandez | February 4, 2015 The Philadelphia Flyers enter Thursday’s contest against the suddenly struggling New York Islanders 10 points back of a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The team’s recent surge and strong…
Could Emery’s Time Be Running Out in Philadelphia? Greg Fernandez | January 15, 2015 Is it too early to say that Thursday’s start against the Vancouver Canucks is a make or break game for Ray Emery? With the way that Rob Zepp has performed…
Flyers Looking To Extend Schultz, But Is That The Right Move? Greg Fernandez | January 5, 2015 Signed as an insurance policy in the offseason, Nick Schultz was thrust into duty after just one game this season, and he’s been a mainstay ever since. So it’s logical…
First Period: Flyers’ Season Filled With Ups And Downs Greg Fernandez | December 11, 2014 After earning a “lucky” point against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night, the Philadelphia Flyers currently sit in sixth place of the Metropolitan Division with a record of 9-13-5…
Despite Losing Streak, Laughton Proving He Belongs Greg Fernandez | December 6, 2014 Amid one of the worst Flyers’ losing streaks in recent years, there has been a silver lining to their struggles. Called up when it appeared like injuries were going to…
Del Zotto Returns To Where It All Began Greg Fernandez | November 19, 2014 Raise your hand if you had Michael Del Zotto as one of the Flyers’ most consistent defensemen before the season began? Right, I didn’t think so. However, Del Zotto has…
Laughton Ready To Make Impact In Season Debut Greg Fernandez | November 19, 2014 When Scott Laughton took the ice for his first professional game on Jan. 19, 2013, the center was a wide-eyed 18-year-old making his NHL debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins. It…
How Have Hartnell, Umberger Stacked Up? Greg Fernandez | November 14, 2014 In case you haven’t heard, Scott Hartnell is making his return to Philadelphia on Friday night. The former fan favorite hits the ice at Wells Fargo Center for the first…
More To Schenn Than Meets The Eye Greg Fernandez | November 5, 2014 It’s time to give Brayden Schenn some credit on the progress he’s made this season. The 23-year-old has been maligned during his first few years in Philadelphia, and it might…
Where Does Lecavalier Fit On Flyers? Greg Fernandez | October 29, 2014 Before the season, Vincent Lecavalier was expected to bounce back for the Philadelphia Flyers and anchor the team’s second or third line. While a player who scored 20 goals last…