PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

ESPN analyst Rachel Kryshak (formely Doerrie) joins PHLY Flyers' Bill Matz to break down the development of Matvei Michkov and what the future could look like for one of hockey’s most exciting young stars, a discussion based on her recent article "Which under-25 NHL players need a change-of-scenery trade?" Bill and Rachel discuss whether Michkov has been put in the best position to succeed, the challenges of player development at the NHL level, and how Tocchet's coaching decisions and relationship with players can impact a franchise cornerstone. 

Plus, we explore hypothetical trade packages involving Auston Matthews and discuss what it would take for a franchise player of his caliber to be moved in today’s NHL. Would any team be willing to pay the price? And what would a realistic blockbuster deal actually look like? 

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We’ve got a lot to fit in on this Friday show! Offseason-wise, Detroit Red Wings #1 center Dylan Larkin has requested a trade, while on the ice Shayne Gostisbehere has made a huge impact on the Carolina Hurricanes tying the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. So Charlie & Bill are discussing Larkin’s potential fit in a trade to the Philadelphia Flyers, and using Ghost as a jumping off point to discuss the worst Flyers trades ever.

Plus, we’re continuing grading individual Flyers by position, and today it’s all about Trevor Zegras, Sean Couturier and the centers.

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On yesterday’s show we began with grades for Travis Sanheim and Cam York. Today we’ll talk through the rest of the defense, beginning with Jamie Drysdale and Rasmus Ristolainen. And while it’s not really possible to grade Oliver Bonk, Ty Murchison and the rest of the prospects, Charlie & Bill discuss the possibility of the youngsters making the Flyers roster out of camp.

Plus, Response Rewind looking back at yesterday’s topic regarding Owen Tippett and the Edmonton Oilers’ reported interest in Philly’s top-scoring winger.

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Let’s start talking player reviews! With the Stanley Cup Final under way, it’s time to start putting 2025-26 behind us, and to do that, we have to break down each player’s season! Today, Charlie & Bill will focus on the Philadelphia Flyers’ blueline, assessing the seasons for Olympic medalists Travis Sanheim and Rasmus Ristolainen, along with Jamie Drysdale, Cam York and the rest of the defenders. Also, the rumor mill is heating up again and we’re talking the latest on Owen Tippett, Mat Barzal and Dan Vladar!

Plus, Response Rewind featuring social media replies from topics about Mason McTavish, as well as choosing between a hypothetical trade for the #1 overall pick, or Auston Matthews.

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The Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights begins tonight, and with the 2025-26 NHL season nearing an end, we’re entering full offseason mode, which means the rumor mill is heating up! There are varying reports of the Philadelphia Flyers’ interest in pending free agent defenseman John Carlson, as well as the Anaheim Ducks’ Mason McTavish who, like Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale, appears to be falling out of favor with Pat Verbeek & Co.

Today, Charlie & Bill share their predictions for the Stanley Cup Final, and discuss the various rumors surround the Orange & Black. Plus, catching up on some of the news from the last few days.

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