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Dan Vladar • G • Flyers

Dan Vladar Practices in Full Capacity Sunday

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (upper body) fully participated in Sunday's practice, Jackie Spiegel of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. Vladar had an injury scare last week in a preseason game, but he's on track to be ready for opening night. "I wouldn't say he's 100%, but he's very hopeful," Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet said. The Czech shot-stopper had an impressive first year with the Flyers and has a big role to play in the team's success. He finished the 2025-26 campaign with a 29-14-7 record, a 2.42 goals-against average, and a .906 save percentage.

13 hours ago

Dan Vladar • G • Flyers

Dan Vladar Avoids Major Injury

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (upper body) is day-to-day after being hurt in Tuesday's preseason game against the Boston Bruins. The Czech shot-stopper was injured in the first period when he collided with Bruins forward Tanner Jeannot. He appeared to have had an issue with his right arm or shoulder. Fortunately, Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet said Wednesday that the team "dodged a bullet," suggesting Vladar's injury is less severe than first thought. Vladar has until Sept. 30 to get healthy for the regular-season opener. Philadelphia will begin the campaign with a back-to-back, so Joseph Woll should also see action in the first week.

4 days ago

Dan Vladar • G • Flyers

Dan Vladar Sustains Upper-Body Injury

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (upper body) saw his night end early in Tuesday's preseason contest against the Boston Bruins. He left the game in the first period due to an upper-body injury. Vladar allowed one goal on seven Boston attempts. The Czech netminder had an impressive debut campaign in Philadelphia, posting a 29-14-7 record, a 2.42 goals-against average, and a .906 save percentage. The Flyers will be sweating over his health before opening night. If Vladar misses time, Joseph Woll could take on an increased workload.

5 days ago

Matvei Michkov • RW • Flyers

Matvei Michkov Looking "Lighter and Stronger" at Camp

Philadelphia Flyers winger Matvei Michkov is aiming to bounce back from a down year and has worked hard this offseason. According to Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet, Michkov looks "lighter and stronger skating" at training camp. Michkov has changed his diet and said he wants to "play better for the team." After collecting 63 points (26 goals, 37 assists) during his rookie campaign, Michkov managed only 51 points (20 goals, 31 assists) in 2025-26. He was a non-factor in the playoffs, contributing one assist and no goals in eight games. The Russian youngster will have lost some fans among fantasy managers after his poor year, but those who still have faith in his ability might be well rewarded in 2026-27.

7 days ago

Nikita Grebenkin • RW • Flyers

Flyers Sign Nikita Grebenkin to Two-Year Deal

Philadelphia Flyers left wing Nikita Grebenkin has agreed to a two-year, $2.2 million contract with the team. The 23-year-old Russian forward was a restricted free agent and will retain his restricted free agency status in the 2028 offseason, when his new deal expires. After impressing in training camp, Grebenkin skated in 55 games last season. He recorded 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) and 86 hits. Grebenkin's rookie campaign ended early due to an upper-body injury. According to Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia, Grebenkin is expected to be healthy for the start of training camp next month. Grebenkin will be a middle-six option for the Flyers and won't have significant fantasy value.

Aug 7

Matvei Michkov • RW • Flyers

Matvei Michkov Eyes Bounce-Back Season After Intensive Offseason Training

Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matvei Michkov is determined to bounce back from a down year and has put in intensive work in the offseason. "There was no vacation at all, because an important season is ahead," Michkov told Daria Tuboltseva of RG. "I need to play well, I want that myself. So I need to keep my body in shape at all times." After a 63-point rookie campaign, Michkov barely cleared 50 points in his second year and ended up as a healthy scratch for a pair of postseason games. But with his talent and something to prove, Michkov could be an intriguing fantasy option next season.

Aug 1

Nikita Grebenkin • RW • Flyers

Nikita Grebenkin on Track to Be Ready for Training Camp

Philadelphia Flyers left wing Nikita Grebenkin (upper body) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp, Charlie O'Connor of PHLY Sports reports. Grebenkin, who is a restricted free agent, suffered an upper-body injury in late March and missed the end of the season. The 23-year-old Russian earned 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) in 55 games during his rookie campaign. He was also a physical presence in the Flyers' lineup, finishing with 86 hits. Grebenkin did not require surgery, indicating that his injury was not very severe. He will compete for a bottom-six role in training camp.

Jul 24

Trevor Zegras • C • Flyers

Trevor Zegras Wants to Improve as Center

Philadelphia Flyers forward Trevor Zegras is determined to become a more effective player at the center position, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports. Zegras, who recently signed a four-year, $36.5 million contract extension, prefers to play at center but has also spent time on the left wing. Difficulty winning faceoffs has hindered his development. "I feel pretty comfortable in both spots, whether it's in the middle or on the wing, so wherever they need me to play, I'm more than comfortable in both spots," Zegras. "I thought playing center in the playoffs was definitely something that gave me a lot of confidence. So I think wherever they need me, I'm good to go." Last season, Zegras won only 34.1 percent of his faceoffs. He pushed the number to 44.0 percent in the playoffs. If Zegras becomes more reliable in the faceoff circle, he could see increased ice time and boost his fantasy value.

Jul 22

Jamie Drysdale • D • Flyers

Jamie Drysdale Signs Four-Year, $26 Million Contract With Flyers

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale will remain with the franchise on a four-year, $26 million contract. As a restricted free agent, the 24-year-old had a salary arbitration hearing scheduled for Monday. After struggling to stay healthy early in his NHL career, Drysdale has performed solidly for the Flyers. He matched his career high with 32 points (eight goals, 24 assists) in 78 games last term, adding 94 blocks. Flyers general manager Daniel Briere expressed confidence that Drysdale's best performances are still to come, so it wouldn't be surprising if he nears the 40-point mark in the next few seasons.

Jul 18

Trevor Zegras • C • Flyers

Trevor Zegras Signs Four-Year Extension With Flyers

Philadelphia Flyers forward Trevor Zegras signed a four-year, $36.5 million contract on Wednesday, avoiding salary arbitration. With the average annual value of his contract at $9.125 million, Zegras is now Philadelphia's highest-paid player. He earned a handsome deal after putting up a career-high 67 points (26 goals, 41 assists) in 81 games last season. Zegras chipped in with two goals and four assists in 10 games during the postseason. Six years into his NHL career, Zegras has reached the 60-point plateau three times. Provided he stays injury-free, a 70-point campaign should be well within his reach next season.

Jul 16

Dan Vladar • G • Flyers

Dan Vladar Inks Five-Year Extension With Flyers

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has signed a five-year, $27.5 million contract extension. He has one more season remaining on a two-year, $6.7 million contract, but the team has decided to reward Vladar after a very good 2025-26 campaign. "Dan exceeded expectations last year," general manager Daniel Briere said. "Not just on the ice but also off the ice too. Tremendous leader, tremendous human being. The way he interacted in the room with the guys, the way he found a way to get them going and wanted more. ... It's more than his play on the ice." Vladar made a career-high 51 starts, going 29-14-7. While he failed to record a shutout, the 28-year-old Czechia netminder allowed only 2.42 goals with a .906 save percentage. Vladar's .937 save percentage at five-on-five was tied for the league lead. He'll be a popular pick in fantasy drafts in the fall.

Jul 1

Tyson Foerster • RW • Flyers

Flyers Sign Tyson Foerster to Eight-Year Extension

Philadelphia Flyers left wing Tyson Foerster has committed his long-term future to the team, signing an eight-year, $56.8 million contract extension. His average salary will nearly double, as Foerster will complete a contract with a $3.75 million cap hit next season. Foerster is an exciting talent, but health issues limited him to 29 appearances in 2025-26. He tallied 13 goals and 17 points. In 10 playoff outings, Foerster managed just one goal and no assists. It was a tough year for the 24-year-old, but the Flyers expect Foerster to bounce back. General manager Daniel Brier noted that the team has "a great deal of confidence" in him.

Jul 1

Simon Benoit • D • Flyers

Flyers Acquire Simon Benoit

Defenseman Simon Benoit will start next season with the Philadelphia Flyers. He was traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs, along with goaltender Joseph Woll, in a deal that sent goaltender Samuel Ersson and defenseman Emil Andrae in the opposite direction. The Flyers also departed with a third-round draft pick. Benoit spent three seasons in Toronto, making 73 appearances in 2025-26. He finished second on the team in both blocks (114) and hits (194), but his limited offensive ability makes him a non-factor in fantasy hockey. Benoit didn't score a single goal this season and recorded only six assists.

Jun 17

Joseph Woll • G • Flyers

Joseph Woll Moves to Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Flyers have acquired goaltender Joseph Woll from the Toronto Maple Leafs. In the transaction, the Flyers sent goaltender Samuel Ersson, defenseman Emil Andrae, and a third-round pick to the Maple Leafs in exchange for Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit. Woll started his NHL career with the Maple Leafs in 2021-22 and posted a 15-16-7 record this season. He had a career-worst .898 save percentage and a 3.34 goals-against average. Woll will have a better defense in front of him in Philadelphia, but he will be the No. 2 behind Dan Vladar, which limits his fantasy value.

Jun 17

Owen Tippett • RW • Flyers

Owen Tippett Won't Play Saturday

Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett (undisclosed) will remain sidelined on Saturday for Game 4 against the Carolina Hurricanes, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. Despite regularly participating in practices and morning skates, Tippett has yet to play in the series due to an undisclosed injury. He was again on the ice on Saturday morning. With Tippett on the shelf, the Flyers have lacked sharpness offensively in Round 2, scoring just three goals in three games. Their season will end Saturday night with another loss, putting added pressure on players such as Trevor Zegras and Travis Konecny to spark the offense.

May 9

Dan Vladar • G • Flyers

Dan Vladar Looks to Return to Winning Ways Thursday

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar is expected to start Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night, Jackie Spiegel of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. Vladar wasn't on the ice for an optional morning skate, but he should keep his spot in the crease. After an outstanding first-round series against the Penguins, Vladar has lost back-to-back games in Round 2. However, he has remained sharp, logging a .908 save percentage. Overall, Vladar has recorded a .929 save percentage in the playoffs, allowing 1.89 goals with two shutouts. He's been a rock at the back for the Flyers and will be desperate for more goal support on Thursday.

May 7

Christian Dvorak • C • Flyers

Christian Dvorak Available Thursday

Philadelphia Flyers center Christian Dvorak (undisclosed) will play in Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports. He's dealing with an undisclosed health issue and didn't practice on Wednesday. But Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet confirmed Thursday morning that Dvorak will remain in the lineup. "He's going to play. He's a warrior," Tocchet said. Dvorak, who has notched three assists in eight postseason appearances, is expected to center the first line, flanked by Tyson Foerster and Travis Konecny. He will also be part of the second power-play unit.

May 7

Owen Tippett • RW • Flyers

Owen Tippett Remains Out Thursday

Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett (undisclosed) won't play on Thursday in Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. Tippett practiced on Wednesday and was on the ice Thursday morning, but he still isn't ready to play due to an undisclosed injury. With Tippett out of the lineup, the Flyers are without their regular-season top goal-scorer. Tippett had 28 goals in 81 games, adding 51 points. While playing hurt, he finished the first-round series against Pittsburgh with one goal and one assist in six games. Philadelphia's frontline has also lost Noah Cates (lower body), putting Alex Bump and Denver Barkey in a position to play more important roles.

May 7

Christian Dvorak • C • Flyers

Christian Dvorak Likely to Play in Game 3 Against Hurricanes

Philadelphia Flyers center Christian Dvorak (undisclosed) is likely to play in Thursday's Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports. The Flyers practiced without Dvorak on Wednesday, but head coach Rick Tocchet said he will likely play Thursday night. On Wednesday, Tocchet ruled out fellow center Noah Cates (lower-body injury) for the rest of the second-round series, making Dvorak's availability crucial for Philadelphia. In his first season with the Flyers, Dvorak has enjoyed a career year, posting 51 points (18 goals, 33 assists) in 80 regular-season appearances. He has added three assists in eight postseason outings.

May 6

Owen Tippett • RW • Flyers

Owen Tippett a Game-Time Decision Thursday

Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett (undisclosed) will be a game-time call for Thursday's tilt against the Carolina Hurricanes, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports. The 27-year-old has yet to play in the series because of a lingering injury that also affected him in the first-round matchup with Pittsburgh. Getting Tippett back would be huge for the Flyers, especially after losing Noah Cates (lower body) for the rest of the series. In the playoffs, Tippett has been limited to two points (one goal, one assist) in six outings, but he was a consistent offensive threat during the regular season. Across 81 outings, Tippett produced a team-high 28 goals and 23 assists.

May 6

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