Various teams around the NHL are known for favoring specific leagues for players. The Flyers typically look to the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and the Swedish Elite Series (or Elitserien) for a sizeable portion
Read More“It’s possible that the Flyers could extend an offer to Michael Leighton prior to July 1 as a safety net, but with the current market, they may hold out till free agency.” I posted this
Read MoreSan Jose Sharks GM Doug Wilson said that he has told goaltender Evgeni Nabokov that the team will not be offering him a new contract. Nabokov becomes an unrestricted free agent on July 1st and
Read MoreThe Philadelphia Flyers recently announced on Twitter that Michael Leighton will be their starting goalie for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Chicago Blackhawks. If you are a fan of soft goals
Read MorePhiladelphia Flyers head coach Peter Laviolette had a quick answer on Monday morning when he was asked about his starting goaltender for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Chicago Blackhawks. "I don't
Read MoreWhat a Saturday night it was?  The Roy Halladay perfect game was sweet but it doesn't erase the bitter taste of the opening game loss by the Flyers in what was there for the taking.
Read MorePhiladelphia Flyers goaltender Brian Boucher left in Game 5 against the Boston Bruins with two busted up knees. The Flyers were trying to rally from a 3-0 series deficit (if you haven't heard how it
Read MoreIt may sound obvious that the Philadelphia Flyers would like to keep their hot goaltender in Michael Leighton. I have serious reservations to giving him a long-term deal despite his blazing hot playoff run. I
Read MoreFlyers head coach Peter Laviolette has accomplished some impressive feats since taking over for John Stevens early in the season. When Laviolette replaced Stevens, the Flyers looked like they wouldn’t even sniff the playoffs. They
Read MoreThe Flyers accomplished the impossible in the Boston series, so there's no reason they can't do again against the Canadiens.  I hope they come out strong tonight and don't put themselves in another tough situation.
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