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Josh Janet

Josh Janet was raised in Northern New Jersey, but by an odd set of circumstances, is a Philadelphia sports fan. While recently converted to the Phillies, Josh is a diehard Flyers fan and can be expected to stay on top of the latest NHL news.

Wild Card Goaltenders Still Available for Flyers

“A gambler is nothing but a man who makes his living out of hope.”  - William Bolitho The Flyers are currently gambling on the goaltending tandem of recently re-signed Michael Leighton and Brian Boucher for

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Are Intangibles in Play with Flyers Acquisitions Jody Shelley and Matt Walker?

The signing of 34-year old enforcer Jody Shelley by the Philadelphia Flyers on the first day of free agency appeared to be a mis-step for many fans, as the team currently has enough tough guys

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CSN Reports Flyers Forward Betts May Start Season with Injury

According to Sarah Baicker of CSN, the Philadelphia Flyers’ premier penalty killer and face-off taker Blair Betts may miss the first two months of the 2010-2011 season due to ongoing rehabilitation following off-season shoulder surgery. 

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NHL Blocks Kovalchuk Signing

According to TSN, the NHL will block the unprecedented 17-year, $102 million contract that was announced yesterday between superstar free agent Ilya Kovalchuk and the New Jersey Devils.  The contract was front loaded tremendously, paying

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Will the Flyers Really Dress Eight Defensemen Heading into Next Season?

Recent statements by Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren suggest that the team is comfortable moving forward with eight defensemen next season, when most teams roll with seven.  With the acquisition of Matt Walker in the

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With Gagne Trade, Paul Holmgren Solidifies Case to be Fired

As was mentioned on this site earlier today, long-time Philadelphia Flyer Simon Gagne has been traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning for defenseman Matt Walker and a 4th-round draft pick in 2011.  I could rant

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Simon Gagne Trade Rumors Continue to Fly

There are multiple teams rumored to be possible destinations for left winger Simon Gagne, but the two most likely options (should Gagne actually waive his no-trade-clause) are the Los Angeles Kings and the Tampa Bay

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Flyers Re-Sign Agitator Dan Carcillo

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed left winger Dan Carcillo to a one-year contract, according to GM Paul Holmgren.  The deal is reportedly worth $1.075 million.  Carcillo filed for arbitration earlier this month, but avoided the

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Three Prospects Likely to Make Jump to Phantoms This Season

The Philadelphia Flyers wrapped up the summer prospect camp today that began last Monday.  The group was a mix of current Phantoms, returning prospects, recent draft picks from a few weeks ago and a number

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The Future of Ray Emery

I’ve heard people asking if there was a possibility that Ray Emery could return to the Flyers next year.  I thought I would shed a little bit of light on the seriousness of his injury

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