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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.

Projected Lineups for Stars vs Flyers – 1/9/25
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The Dallas Stars take on the Philadelphia Flyers tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. STARS (25-13-1) at FLYERS (17-19-5) 7 p.m. ET; Victory+, NBCSP Stars projected lineup Jason Robertson — Roope Hintz — Evgenii DadonovJamie Benn — Matt Duchene — Wyatt JohnstonSam Steel — Mavrik Bourque — Logan StankovenOskar Back — Arttu Hyry — Colin Blackwell Miro Heiskanen — Ilya LyubushkinEsa Lindell — Nils LundkvistThomas Harley — Matt Dumba Casey DeSmithJake Oettinger Scratched: Brendan Smith Injured: Tyler Seguin (hip), Mason Marchment (face) Status report Dumba will play after being scratched for a 5-4 overtime win at…

Every NHL Team’s Most Underrated Prospect
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Whether your favorite NHL team is sitting pretty in a playoff spot or you are already looking forward to the 2025 Draft, every fanbase pays attention to its prospect pool. Superstar prospects like Ivan Demidov and Axel Sandin Pellikka typically garner all the attention, but it is time for the lesser-known prospects to get their flowers. Pacific Division Anaheim Ducks – Tarin Smith Drafted by the Anaheim Ducks with the 79th pick in the 2024 Draft, Tarin Smith, 18, is already outperforming his draft position. In 35 games as an alternate captain for the Everett Silvertips of the Western Hockey…

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 9
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One of the greatest goal-scorers in the history of the National Hockey League laced up his skates one final time on this date. Plus, Jan. 9 was a big night for memorable shutouts, and we had plenty of moments from the early years of the league. Let’s take our daily trip back through the years of the game’s glorious history. Esposito Plays His Final Game The great Phil Esposito played his final game in the NHL on Jan. 9, 1981, as the New York Rangers and Buffalo Sabres skated to a 3-3 tie. He picked up the 873rd and final…

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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?

John Tortorella is the current head coach for the Philadelphia Flyers.