Sam Ersson

Florida Panthers Weekly Recap: 11/07-09/2024

The Panthers returned home from their long road trip to New York and Finland bringing with them a five-game win streak. Florida took on the Nashville Predators and Philadelphia Flyers and walked away with two more wins. It was a tale of two games: the game against the Predators was filled to the brim with […]

Flyers’ Playoff Hopes Stay Alive After Defeating Rangers 4-1 | 4/11/2024

If you were looking for the Flyers to show a pulse, you got that tonight. Less than five minutes in, Cam York scored on the counter rush. Flyers fans could finally breathe a sigh of relief. It was clear immediately: they brought their A-game. Two things stuck out to me as I watched the game […]

Flyers Miss Out on Two Points Against Canadiens; Lose 4-1 | 3/28/2024

The Flyers needed to come into this game hungry for two points. Not counting this game against Montréal, there are only eight games left in the season. Every point counts. What’s at Stake The Flyers have had a tough schedule the last couple of weeks. Since March 14, they have played teams that are top […]

Flyers Respond to Controversy With Gritty 4-3 Win Against the Leafs

It’s been a busy day for the Flyers, to say the least. Let’s take a look at the events leading up to today’s game and how the Flyers responded. Setting the Scene After being named captain only a little over a month ago, Sean Couturier was benched by Head Coach John Tortorella. This is being […]

3 Takeaways From Flyers 5-2 Loss Against the Capitals

A good first period evolved into a disheartening loss for the Flyers. They remain third in the Metro Division; however, it is now March, and every point counts toward securing a playoff spot. The Second Period: The Wheels Fell Clean Off It was quite unfortunate that the game got away from the Flyers this period. […]

Philadelphia Flyers Waive Cal Petersen

The Philadelphia Flyers placed goaltender Cal Petersen on waivers this afternoon. Petersen. The 29-year-old goaltender has had a rough season with the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, posting a 5-8-2 record with a 3.26 GAA and .890SV% in 15 games with the Phantoms, and in just five games with the Flyers, he’s gone 2-2 […]

Flyers Snap Five-Game Losing Streak Against the Panthers

After going 6-8 in January and going into the All-Star break on a five-game losing streak, the Philadelphia Flyers desperately needed to rebound against the Florida Panthers. Thankfully, they did just that. Period 1 Unfortunately, the rebound did not begin right away for the Flyers. They appeared to lack that spark of offense they have […]

Flyers Goaltender Carter Hart Skating in Pre-Game Warm-Ups

BREAKING: Carter Hart Takes “Indefinite Leave of Absence;” Cites Personal Reasons

Philadelphia Flyers Goaltender Carter Hart will be stepping back from the Orange and Black for an unknown amount of time, according to General Manager Daniel Briere. The statement was released today at 4:00 p.m. EST. “The club will have no further comment at this time,” stated Briere. @NHLFlyers on X First and foremost, the hope […]

#89 Cam Atkinson high-fives his bench-mates after scoring a goal against Winnipeg.

Flyers Take Second in the Metro Thanks to Six Point Sweep on Road Trip

The Philadelphia Flyers are currently sitting in a playoff spot in mid-January. Arguably, even die-hard fans did not believe the Flyers could reach this seemingly far-fetched position this soon in their rebuild. The Flyers emerged victorious from their three-game road trip against the Wild, the Jets, and the Blues. What were some things that went […]

Game Recap: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Montreal Canadiens | 01/10/2024

The Philadelphia Flyers were able to come away with a 3-2 shootout win in Jamie Drysdale’s highly anticipated debut. Those two points are crucial for the Flyers as they continue to hold onto their third-place spot in the metro division. Sam Ersson was given the nod, with Carter Hart as his backup. Period 1 The […]