The Next Ten Days and Flyers Goaltending
I thought I had laid the cards on the table last month when I elaborated on the current standing of the Flyers’ goaltending situation and what planning they had to make for the future. The trade
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Ilya Bryzgalov Buyout Made Official
The Philadelphia Flyers announced Tuesday afternoon that the remaining seven years on goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov's contract will be bought out. The official statement from general manager Paul Holmgren: I met with Ilya this morning and
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Thinking Flyers Goaltending, Two Steps Ahead
“When you’re winning here, there’s no better place to play. But when you’re not playing well here it’s definitely tough.” Carey Price knows all too well how difficult it is to be the starting goaltender
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Former Flyers Returning to North American Hockey
A number of former Flyers are on their way to returning to North America to play in either the AHL or the NHL this season, and possibly the next, based on recent reports. I thought
Read MoreIf Flyers Seek Another Goaltender, Ray Emery Should Be in Considerations
When goaltender Ray Emery went down with his second injury of the 2009-10 season, general manager Paul Holmgren made it clear to the media that they were still in talks of extending his contract. This
Read MoreThe 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
Read MoreMichael Leighton Signs Two-Year Contract Extension with Flyers
“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 MoreNotes from Flyers 2-0 win over the Rangers
Here are some quick-hit thoughts from the Flyers win last night over the Rangers: (more…)
Read MoreEmery to IR
The Flyers have placed goaltender Ray Emery on injured reserve with an abdominal tear.¬† He is expected to be out six weeks or so. (more…)
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