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The Philadelphia Flyers joined the NHL in 1967 as part of the league’s first expansion beyond the Original Six. In their seventh season, they won the 1974 Stanley Cup, becoming the first expansion team to do so. They won their second, and most recent, Cup the next season. The Flyers of the 1970s became known as the Broad Street Bullies for their aggressive and intimidating style of play and were led by Bobby Clarke, Bill Barber, and Reggie Leach. While the Flyers have gone to six Stanley Cup Finals after their 1975 Stanley Cup championship, they have yet to reclaim the glory they experienced during the 1970s.

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 25
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Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 26 Two of the most storied franchises in NHL history were officially added to the league on this date. Plus, three key players from the most successful teams of the 1970s were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Finally, one of the best offensive defensemen the game has ever seen made a huge announcement. The THW time machine is warmed up and ready to take back through the decades, so let’s hop aboard. Two Historic Franchises Added On Sept. 25, 1926, the NHL announced the approval of two…

Flyers Goalie Prospect Egor Zavragin Having Another Hot Start
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As the Philadelphia Flyers transition from rebuilder to contender, perhaps their biggest question mark is goaltending. Per Natural Stat Trick, they’ve finished at the bottom of the league in team save percentage over the past two seasons. While signing backup Dan Vladař should help, a complete transformation is unlikely. Related: 3 Flyers Hot Takes for 2025–26 So, the Flyers are relying on their pipeline. Carson Bjarnason, a 2023 second-round pick, is set to join the Lehigh Valley Phantoms this season and make his American Hockey League (AHL) debut. Alongside him in the fight is Aleksei Kolosov, a 23-year-old whose .867…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 24
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Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 23 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 25 Sept. 24 has been a very busy day in NHL history that saw everything from rule changes, coaching hires, a new captain, and the induction of a talented Hall of Fame class. This date saw one of the most memorable slashing penalties ever to take place on the international stage. So, let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive it all. Canada Returns the Favor Two days after the Soviet Union scored five third-period goals to win Game 5, the Summit Series returned to action on…

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What year were the Philadelphia Flyers founded?

The Philadelphia Flyers joined the NHL in 1967 as part of the league’s first expansion beyond the Original Six.

When did the Philadelphia Flyers play their first game?

The Flyers played their first game on Oct. 11, 1967, losing to the Oakland Seals 5-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers?

Rick Tocchet is the current head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers.