Former Philadelphia Flyers centerman and general manager of the 1992 Ottawa Senators, Mel Bridgman, has passed away at the age of 70. Bridgman was the first-overall selection in the 1975 NHL Amateur Draft. He played through 14 seasons in the NHL, then returned to school to support a front office career with the Senators. Philadelphia drafted Bridgman on the heels of the Broad … [Read more...] about Former Flyers Center Mel Bridgman Passes Away At 70
Foerster (LBI) Resumes Skating
Flyers winger Tyson Foerster skated before practice yesterday as he works his way back from a lower-body injury, notes Gabriela Carroll of The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 23-year-old landed on IR earlier this week retroactive to November 1st, meaning he can be activated at any time since he has now served the minimum of one week. Foerster was off to a good start before the … [Read more...] about Foerster (LBI) Resumes Skating
Flyers Activate Samuel Ersson; Reassign Jacob Gaucher, Aleksei Kolosov
The Flyers activated goaltender Samuel Ersson from injured reserve yesterday and reassigned center Jacob Gaucher to AHL Lehigh Valley in the corresponding move. While they were briefly carrying three healthy goalies, that’s no longer the case. Aleksei Kolosov has been removed from the Flyers’ roster, per Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia, indicating he’s also been sent … [Read more...] about Flyers Activate Samuel Ersson; Reassign Jacob Gaucher, Aleksei Kolosov
Flyers, Stars Swap Christian Kyrou For Samu Tuomaala
The Flyers have acquired defenseman Christian Kyrou from the Stars in exchange for winger Samu Tuomaala, per announcements from both clubs. Both players were assigned to their respective teams’ AHL affiliates, so no corresponding moves are needed. The puck-moving Kyrou will add some speed and upside to the Flyers’ pool of defense prospects. He’s still just 22 years old but has … [Read more...] about Flyers, Stars Swap Christian Kyrou For Samu Tuomaala
Evening Notes: Couturier, Boeser, Blue Jackets, Avalanche
Two notable players have left their respective games after taking hard shots: Sean Couturier and Brock Boeser. First, the Flyers announced mid-game their captain Couturier will not return vs Nashville. The 32-year-old’s injury was not disclosed, but he appeared bothered after blocking a shot in the first period. Couturier has been off to a great start so far this season, with … [Read more...] about Evening Notes: Couturier, Boeser, Blue Jackets, Avalanche