Some Flyers Dev Camp Notes

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by Russ_Cohen - July 5, 2024July 5, 20240

I didn’t get to stay the entire day. I’m no longer sick but my household still has some issues. So, of the players I saw, here were the standouts good and bad. It’s mostly good. Jett Luchanko – C - His speed is very good. But I don’t think it’s as

Bobrovsky vs. Shesterkin Is Super Intriguing

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by Russ_Cohen - May 22, 2024May 22, 20240

When the Florida Panthers and New York Rangers take the ice at Madison Square Garden, a lot of the series focus will be on the two netminders. Sergei Bobrovsky vs. Igor Shesterkin. I’ve had the pleasure of covering both of these guys, Moreso Bobrovsky and I have a few things

Oliver Bonk and Other Players Wear Marsblade

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by Russ_Cohen - March 12, 2024March 12, 20240

If you haven’t heard of Marsblade. They are a company that’s starting to grab some market share in the skate blade industry. Jack Drury (Hurricanes), Gustav Nyqvist (Preds), Tyler Boucher (Sens), and Oliver Bonk (London Knights) are some of the players wearing them. The list is growing and The Flyers'

2023 Flyers Development Camp Report

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by Russ_Cohen - July 4, 2023July 4, 20230

I visited Flyer's dev camp. It was their second day. On the ice and here is what I walked away with. Oliver Bonk – Defense – He excelled in puck retrieval. That’s where his skating talent lies. He needs more two-step quickness but that should come. I really like his compete

Best and Worst NHL Cities With Jill Gonzalez

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by Russ_Cohen - June 1, 2023June 1, 20230

This data from WalletHub shows the best and worst NHL cities. Since the Stanley Cup Final is drawing near, I spoke to Jill Gonzalez to talk about the Cup cities and more. To view the full report and your city’s rank, please visit: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-hockey-fans/13283

Nick Seeler is the Flyers’ 2023 Masterton Nominee

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by Russ_Cohen - April 10, 2023April 10, 20230

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman, Nick Seeler, is the Philadelphia Chapter's nominee for the 2023 Masterton Trophy. The journeyman defenseman had played for the Minnesota Wild, who drafted him in 2011, and the Blackhawks but that didn't last. In 2020-21, the Blackhawks had him listed as a depth defenseman until the two

There Will Be Draft Day Trades

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by Russ_Cohen - July 7, 2022July 7, 20220

Montreal - - There’s little doubt after talking to three NHL GMs yesterday that there will be draft day trades. The 2022 NHL Draft will have them. Now, will that involve big name players or will they be trades of another variety? “It’s worked well the last two years despite not

John Tortorella Has a Massive Challenge Ahead of Him

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by Russ_Cohen - June 17, 2022June 17, 20220

John Tortorella was introduced to the Philadelphia media today. To say he was very prepared would be an understatement. He had just come off nailing the interviews to get the job and he answered every question with great ease. In the summer, everything is easy, breezy. “Culture and accountability are easy

Prospect Profiles From Around The NHL – – Flyers Edition

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by Russ_Cohen - May 6, 2022May 6, 20220

I’ll be exploring the same random prospects from around the NHL and stopped in Philadelphia first. They need a lot of help next year from their younger players, so I’ve identified a few who may be able to do that. Neither is a lock to make the big club, but

Flyers Trade Targets – – Colorado Avalanche Prospects

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by Russ_Cohen - February 18, 20220

As the Philadelphia Flyers gear up to trade their captain, Claude Giroux, the team is looking to get as much value as possible. Since they don’t seem to have the appetite for a full rebuild, they may choose prospects who are closer to playing in the NHL rather than some