Self Implosion: What is Wrong With the Flyers? Matt Brauckmann | November 29, 2014 Where do I even start? The Flyers started the season with two losses, and two shootout losses. Not everything was in disarray, it was still the beginning of the season…
Underperforming: 5 Observations from the First Quarter of the Flyers Season Matt Brauckmann | November 26, 2014 Now 20 games in, and with a disappointing 8-9-3 record, the Flyers have not performed very well. Here are 5 observations as we reach the quarter mark of the season.…
The NHL and Fighting: Why It’s a Vital Part of the Game Matt Brauckmann | November 18, 2014 The hockey community has recently been hotly debating the topic of fighting in the NHL. There is very sharp divide between people who would like to see it out of the…
Looking Back: The 10 Best Flyers Goals of the 2000s Matt Brauckmann | November 11, 2014 Since the Flyers are in the midst of a week with just one game and they are (seemingly) playing very well, here’s a look at some of the best goals…
Recapping October: 5 Key Flyers Observations Matt Brauckmann | November 4, 2014 1) Jakub Voracek is blossoming, and quickly. You don’t even need to watch any game to realize that Jakub Voracek is quickly becoming the offensive threat the Flyers have hoped for.…
Trading Richards and Carter, Was it Worth it? Matt Brauckmann | October 28, 2014 The Flyers are getting an early season visit from the Los Angeles Kings, and that means former Flyers Mike Richards and Jeff Carter are in town for a visit. So…
Predicting the Future, Where Do The Flyers Go From Here? Matt Brauckmann | October 23, 2014 What do they even do? Through the six games the Flyers have played this season, they are 28th in goals against, and 29th on the penalty kill. Steve Mason’s GAA is…
Same System, Different Day. The Flyers Fatal Flaw. Matt Brauckmann | October 16, 2014 Four games into the season. Two losses, two shootout losses, a blown 3-0 lead, and countless missed opportunities. That’s the storyline so far in Philadelphia, and if those storylines are…
Breaking Down the NHL’s 2014-2015 Rule Changes Matt Brauckmann | September 16, 2014 The Trapezoid “Rule 1.8 – Rink – Goalkeeper’s Restricted Area The trapezoid will be expanded by two feet from the goal post on both sides of the net.” This a…
5 Capitals Storylines That May Surprise You This Season Matt Brauckmann | August 16, 2014 1) Alexander Ovechkin Takes Home the Rocket Richard Trophy (Again). It’s no secret that Ovechkin is a natural goal scorer, and it’d be no surprise to see him take home…
Will Adam Oates’ Departure Bring Washington Back to Capital Status? Matt Brauckmann | August 4, 2014 Following the abysmal playoff-push the Capitals had in 2014, just 9 wins in 21 games, the Capitals decided to fire coach Adam Oates and elected not to bring back General…
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