Jerseys have been a hot topic recently, with Fanatics’ impending takeover of the NHL’s exclusive jersey license causing some controversy, due to the fact they have a very poor reputation with fans of basically any sport. The new contract with Fanatics offers a chance to close the book on another uniform supplier, as Adidas bows…
Following one of the worst seasons in Flyers history, James van Riemsdyk was drafted second overall by Philadelphia in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft—a Patrick Kane consolation prize—and spent three years with the team before he was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2012 offseason. Van Riemsdyk played his peak years with Toronto,…
*Because it’s the Leafs the whole world spent all day yesterday talking about the Leafs’ shocking and exciting and possibly fun (that’s a you question) comeback win over the Lightning Monday night. DGB, the world’s preeminent Leafs fan, gave us a peek inside the psyche of his people. [The Athletic] *Alright then, the Flyers. Our…
The news of the week It’s another light news week, folks, and the piece of news we do have to deliver is not great. Egor Zamula underwent shoulder surgery a few weeks back, and that’s explained his absence with the Phantoms. He’ll be out for the next few months, but he’s expected to make a…
Acquired at the trade deadline and playing a total of 18 games for the Flyers, Brendan Lemieux was arguably the most useless element of the roster this year. Of course, it wasn’t his fault. He was shipped to Philadelphia at the tail end of a meaningless season. No one expected him to be a superstar….
*Another fun night of first round action last night, huh? (she writes at 6:52 p.m., knowing fully that she will likely fall asleep before the second period of any game because she is emotionally exhausted) Anyhoo, we all knew it was coming but nonetheless, Justin Braun made his retirement official yesterday. We hope he enjoys…
Just a reminder (and disclaimer), folks: we are not experts and we are not guaranteeing these picks. Place your bets at your own risk and always remember to gamble responsibly. It’s serious business. New Jersey Devils @ New York Rangers The away team has won all three games thus far in the series. After winning…
Philadelphia Flyers founder Ed Snider was passionate about youth hockey, and the franchise continues to honor that legacy with the return of yet another youth initiative this summer. The Flyers’ ‘Learn to Play’ Ball Hockey Program returns this summer for kids ages 3-9. Aimed at making hockey more accessible, convenient, and affordable for families across…
It’s that time of year again. The offseason provides an annual opportunity to look back. It’s a chance to assess whether preseason predictions were accurate in regard to, both, the team performance as a whole and the individual player performances that led the team to its ultimate outcome. First on the list is Justin Braun,…
*I feel like I’ve said this every Fly By for the last week by holy smokes are the playoffs good so far. This weekend in particular was fun as heck. Related, what can our Flyers learn from these teams still playing? [BSH] *Last week Charlie kicked off his report cards with the forwards; here he…