Locked On Flyers - Daily Podcast On The Philadelphia Flyers
1,059 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★ - 47 ratingsLocked on Flyers Podcast brings you the latest look at your Philadelphia Flyers five days a week! Host Rachel Donner, along with regular contributor Russ Cohen, long time Flyers fans and podcasters, know what drives Philly sports fans, and give you your daily dose of everything orange and black. Through analysis, listener engagement, occasional guests, and entertaining looks at the Flyers, Locked on Flyers Podcast is your go to listen for your commute, workout, or anytime you listen to your favorite podcasts. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.
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With the Flyers banged up a bit, what’s the strategy against the Leafs tonight?
February 15, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutesPROGRAMMING NOTE: We recorded today’s show prior to the announcement yesterday that the Flyers named Sean Couturier captain, and added Travis Konecny to the leadership group. Find our special episode reacting to that news in your audio feeds or on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/hhRgWgWzaF8 On today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the latest injury news for the Philadelphia Flyers heading into tonight’s game vs the Toronto Maple Leafs. How will this affect the Flyers lineup and how will they mat...
SPECIAL EPISODE! Sean Couturier named Philadelphia Flyers 20th Captain!
February 15, 2024 03:47 - 13 minutesIn this special episode of Locked on Flyers, Russ & Rachel react to the big news that Flyers forward Sean Couturier was officially named Captain of the team. Travis Konecny was added to the leadership group as an Assistant Captain. We discuss the hows, why's and whens of it all, related to the Stadium Series game and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @LockedonFlyers Bluesky @lockedonflyers Suppor...
Ten Games to the Trade Deadline: What should the Flyers goals be for a playoff run & the rebuild?
February 14, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the next 23 days and ten games leading up to the Trade Deadline for the Philadelphia Flyers. What has to happen to make the playoffs and what questions remain unanswered at this crossroads? We get into those answers and how that affects what the Flyers could and should do at the deadline. Finally we answer your questions on the Flyers goaltending prospects, potential moves involving Claude Giroux, Sean Walker, Scott Laughton, Jamie Drysdale, and more! Wa...
Flyers win 4th in a row vs Yotes! Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Prospect Report
February 13, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discusslast night’s game vs the Arizona Coyotes. We get into the struggles of the Power Play, players usage (especially Olle Lycksell & Egor Zamula), Scott Laughton, Morgan Frost and Sam Ersson! Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week. We focus on Bobby Brink, Elliot Desnoyers, player deployment, and more. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @Loc...
Special Teams big in 3rd consecutive win vs Seattle Kraken; Plus a Preview of Flyers vs Arizona Coyotes
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the Philadelphia Flyers big win over the Seattle Kraken to make it 3 in a row coming back from the All Star Break. We get into special teams, Scott Laughton, Cal Petersen in net, and more. Then we turn our attention to tonight’s game against the Arizona Coyotes who are coming into Philly on a 5 game losing streak. What should the Flyers watch out for? Finally, we name our Nemesis of the Week. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social me...
Flyers first period drives win vs Jets; Preview of next game vs Kraken & To Do List for Week Ahead!
February 09, 2024 05:00 - 31 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel discuss last night’s Philadelphia Flyers win vs the Winnipeg Jets. We get into that big first period, Sam Ersson coming up big in net, holding on to leads, and more. Then we preview Saturday’s matchup vs the Seattle Kraken and look ahead to a big week vs the Arizona Coyotes, Toronto Maple Leafs, and going outside vs the NJ Devils. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @Lockedo...
A Flyers vs Jets Preview! Plus, more from Five Nations as we look at draft eligible goalies.
February 08, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel tonight’s big matchup for the Flyers vs the Winnipeg Jets. What’s the latest with the Jets since we saw them last? How does Sean Monahan fit in? And what are the stakes for each team? Then we continue our NHL Draft coverage with a look at goaltenders in the Five Nations Tournament including Kim Saarinen, Jack Parsons, and Axel Nyman. We then ask how these style and size goaltenders match up against the NHL goaltender ideal of the future! Locked on Flyers 2024 NH...
Flyers get back to winning vs Florida Panthers, a 5 Nations Tournament report & your mailbag questions!
February 07, 2024 05:30 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss last night's win vs the Florida Panthers. We get into the comeback, Sam Ersson standing tall in net and everyone stepping up defensively. Then we hear from Russ on location at the Five Nations Tournament on draft eligible prospects like Aatos Koivu and Lucas Van Vliet. Finally we answer your questions on the Flyers goaltending situation, The Phantoms, first round pick trades, and more. Flyers Fun Thing: Michkov goal with goalie assist! Watch & Subscribe ...
The Flyers are back in action & need to get off to a good start. Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Prospect Report!
February 06, 2024 14:27 - 33 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss the latest from the Flyers back at practice, including new line combos. We then preview tonight’s matchup vs the Florida Panthers. What should the Flyers do to win? Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week. We focus on Samu Tuomaala’s All Star Game experience, a tough road ahead, and more. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @LockedonFlyer...
Travis Konecny at NHL All Star Weekend! Plus the NHL returns to the Olympics, and more!
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the return of NHL players to the Olympics! We also touch on other big NHL news from the weekend including the 4 nations tournament, the Kings firing Todd McClellan, and more. Then we dig into the rest of All Star Weekend, including the game, skills comp, and entertainment. Finally, we name our Nemesis of the Week. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @LockedonFlyers ...
It’s NHL All Star Weekend for Travis Konecny!
February 02, 2024 14:37 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel discuss last night’s NHL All Star player draft. What team did Travis Konecny end up on and which team will take home the win? We also preview the Skills Competition tonight and react to the PWHL 3v3 showcase from Thursday night. Then we look ahead to next week and the return to action for the Flyers. Can the Flyers get back to winning vs the Panthers, Jets, and Kraken? Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Inst...
2024 NHL Draft Overview: It Begins!
February 01, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the latest news out of London Ontario regarding charges against Flyers goaltender Carter Hart. We also try to predict where Travis Konecny might get picked in the NHL All Star Draft! Then we kick off our 2024 NHL Draft coverage with an overview of the process Russ goes through to rank the eligible prospects. We look at positions, leagues, stats, and more using Russ’s 2.0 rankings list as examples. Then we dig more into Tij Iginla, son of Jerome Iginla an...
Flyers trade rumors heat up plus our takes on potential deals, Denver Barkey, goaltending & more!
January 31, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss potential trade rumors on Flyers players like Scott Laughton, Sean Walker and Nick Seeler. We also touch on the Reading Royals coaching change. Then we answer your mailbag questions on a trade for David Jirickek, Travis Konecny, goaltending options, Denver Barkey, and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @LockedonFlyers Bluesky @lockedonflyers Support Us By Sup...
How do the Flyers respond? Plus Phantoms Tuesday with Bobby Brink, comebacks coming up short, and more.
January 30, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss what the Flyers should and can do to end the losing streak after the break. How should the coaching staff approach changes to the defense to account for different goaltending? What about optimizing the forward lines? We get into all that and more. Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week. We focus on the power play, Bobby Brink’s return to Lehigh Valley, how to handle certain prospects, and a hard look at the defensive depth...
Tippett gets a big deal, Philadelphia Flyers go into the break with loss vs Bruins; Mark Recchi honored
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the new contract for Owen Tippett. Was it the right term at the right price? We also touch on the extension to Ryan Poehling. Then we recap the weekend activities for the Flyers including the alumni game, Mark Recchi’s Flyers Hall of Fame Ceremony, and the Flyers vs Bruins. Finally, we react to the stadium series jerseys and name our Nemesis of the Week, Flyers Fun Thing: Stadium Series Jersey Reveal Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on so...
It’s officially a Losing Streak: Flyers fall for 4th in a row vs Detroit; Face Bruins before the break, and honor Mark Recchi
January 26, 2024 14:48 - 34 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel discuss last night’s shutout loss to the Detroit Red Wings. We get into Olle Lycksell’s play, Alex Lyon, that Dylan Larkin line, and the overall state of the team without Owen Tippett. Then we preview the final game before the bye week vs the Boston Bruins, and preview the Flyers Hall of Fame weekend honoring Mark Recchi! Flyers Fun Thing: Mark Recchi Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Speech Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @L...
A statement on Carter Hart & The State of the Philadelphia Flyers from GM Danny Briere
January 25, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss Wednesday’s Midseason Report from GM Danny Briere. The timing of the presser aligned with news out of Canada related to the forthcoming Hockey Canada report and Carter Hart’s leave of absence. We get into Briere’s statement, his feelings on Sam Ersson as a number one goaltender, the 11-7 lineup, prospect development in Lehigh Valley, and more. Finally we profile 2022 Flyers Draft Pick Hunter McDonald, defenseman currently at Northeastern University. The ...
Carter Hart on Leave as the Flyers fall to the Lightning; Plus, What’s Next for Bobby Brink?
January 24, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the announcement that Flyers goaltender Carter Hart is on indefinite leave. We talk about the effect his absence will have on Flyers goaltending and how it might have impacted last night’s loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. We also get into the Lightning power play, the game strategy, Olle Lycksell’s efforts, Jamie Drysdale’s first goal as a Flyer, and more! Then we turn to Bobby Brink and what he needs to do in Lehigh Valley to get back up to the Flyers. ...
The Flyers face a tough Tampa Bay Lightning tonight; Plus Are the Phantoms at a breaking point?
January 23, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesProgramming Note: Today's show was recorded prior to the Flyers announcement sending Bobby Brink to the Phantoms and calling up Olle Lycksell. On today's show Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s matchup vs the heavy hitting Tampa Bay Lightning. What can the Flyers do to stop Kucherov, Stamkos, Hedman, and the rest of this top team? Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week - with them being on the losing end again, is it time for wholesale changes? What can they do ...
Was the 11-7 Lineup to blame in the Philadelphia Flyers back to back losses?
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the two Flyers losses this weekend to the Colorado Avalanche & Ottawa Senators. We focus on the 11-7 lineup that the Flyers have been using. We also get into the defensive side of things, special teams, individual play and more. We also talk about the injury to Owen Tippett Finally, we name our Nemesis of the Week, Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @LockedonFlyer...
Flyers win 5th in a row vs Dallas Stars as Owen Tippett continues his hot streak
January 19, 2024 05:00 - 31 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel break down last night’s Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars. We get into Owen Tippett’s highlight reel goal, the stellar play from Morgan Frost, the Flyers D shutting down Dallas, and more. Then we preview Saturday’s matchup against another tough Central Division team: The Colorado Avalanche. How can the Flyers stop Nathan MacKinnon? We also look ahead to Flyers vs Ottawa Senators & the rest of the games leading up to the bye week and NHL All Sta...
Philadelphia Flyers Have forward decisions to make. Plus Flyers vs Stars & a draft profile of Sacha Boisvert
January 18, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the Flyers forward predicament given their decision to carry 8 defensemen. Will they send down Bobby Brink or Tyson Foerster? What does Sean Couturier’s injury do to affect these choices? Does anyone from Lehigh Valley get a callup? Then we preview tonight’s matchup vs the Dallas Stars. How can the Flyers mitigate their speed and scoring effectiveness? Finally we profile 2024 NHL Draft prospect, forward Sacha Boisvert of the USHL. Watch & Subscribe on Yo...
What did we learn from the Flyers road trip vs the Central Division?
January 17, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel look at the road trip vs Central division teams and see what we learned. How do they match up? What can we say from the team’s efforts without Sean Couturier? How did the culture change help them win? And then now how do they tweak what’s not caught up with the rest of the improvements and how do they take that next step? Plus your mailbag questions on draft picks, the Flyers goalie plan, the blue line trade deadline options, and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTu...
Flyers complete road trip sweep vs Blues; Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Report!
January 16, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss last night’s game vs the St. Louis Blues. We get into Owen Tippet’s shooting gallery, the return of Noah Cates, the physicality of the game, and more. Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week - two wins vs the Hartford Wolfpack and a shootout win vs the Hershey Bears. Who stood out and how did they get that win vs Hershey? Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @Lock...
Flyers score impressive win over Central-leading Jets & a Flyers-Blues Preview
January 15, 2024 17:23 - 36 minutesIn a special guest-hosted episode of Locked On Flyers, Russ Cohen is joined by Haley Simon of Locked On Blues and 97.5 The Phanatic to chat about the Flyers' impressive victory over a very good Winnipeg Jets team, discuss the Carter Hart vs. Sam Ersson situation, and tee up the upcoming Flyers tilt with the St. Louis Blues. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayM...
The Flyers are fun! And have a tough back to back ahead vs the Minnesota Wild & Winnipeg Jets
January 12, 2024 05:00 - 31 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel follow up on the Flyers postgame after the win vs Montreal. We get into the John Tortorella press conference, the fanbase having fun, Owen Tippett’s speedy rush, and more. Then we preview the road trip back to back vs Minnesota & Winnipeg. Will they stick with the 11-7 lineup? And how do the Flyers match up against these Central Division teams? Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Th...
Philadelphia Flyers win vs Montreal Canadiens in Jamie Drysdale debut!
January 11, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss last night’s game vs the Montreal Canadiens. We get into Jamie Drysdale’s debut, his contribution to the power play, Sam Ersson’s shootout skills, Morgan Frost, and more! Then we continue answering your Cutter Gauthier / Jamie Drysdale questions and what it means for the Flyers rebuild, plus get to your other Flyers questions on the upcoming draft, LTIR, and a host of other topics. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @L...
More on Jamie Drysdale and the big trade’s effect on the Philadelphia Flyers rebuild & cap situation
January 10, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel dig more into Jamie Drysdale’s skills and what he brings to the Flyers. We talk power play, man vs zone coverage systems experience, how he stacks up vs a young Shayne Gostisbehere, and more. Then we look at the Flyers rebuild and what the trade means for next steps. How will the Flyers act at trade deadline, what’s our draft strategy, and how will the Flyers address the now missing forward goal scoring Center role that Cutter Gauthier was supposed to fill? Then...
What happened between the Flyers and Cutter Gauthier & who is Jamie Drysdale? Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Report
January 09, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss the big trade that went down during last night’s loss vs the Pittsburgh Penguins. What happened between the Flyers and Cutter Gauthier, and what are the Flyers getting in RHD Jamie Drysdale from the Anaheim Ducks? Then we look in on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games from this last week - a split decision with the WBS Penguins and Hershey Bears. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlye...
Philadelphia Flyers Honor Ed Snider with a scrappy win!
January 08, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss Saturday’s win over the Calgary Flames on Ed Snider Legacy Day. We get into that power kill, the return of Cam Atkinson & Morgan Frost, a power play goal?!, and more. We also talk about World Juniors including Cutter Gauthier’s play in the medal rounds & name our Nemesis of the Week, Flyers Fun Thing: Tribute to Ed Snider Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @Locked...
Ed Snider 's Legacy with Philadelphia Flyers Governor and Comcast Spectactor CEO Dan Hilferty
January 07, 2024 00:12 - 28 minutesIn this special episode, Russ & Rachel sat down prior to Saturday's game vs the Calgary Flames to discuss the Flyers Ed Snider Legacy Day event. Why did they decide to have the program, what has he learned about Ed Snider and how does he incorporate that spirit into his work with the Flyers? We also get into Mr. Snider's impact in the Philadelphia community, the Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education organization, the potential for a women's pro hockey team in the PWHL for Philadelphia, and his v...
Flyers can’t get it done vs Columbus; Face Flames on Saturday on Ed Snider Legacy Day
January 05, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel recap the Flyers vs the Columbus Blue Jackets. We discuss NHL All Star Travis Konecny’s great night, that dreadful 5-3 power play, letting up, and the OT effort. Then we preview the Saturday matchup vs the Calgary Flames! There are a lot of similarities between the teams, as we saw on December 31st and we dig into the numbers and players to watch out for. Finally we talk about the Ed Snider Legacy day event on Saturday and what he means to the Philadelphia com...
Philadelphia Flyers looking to rebound vs Columbus Blue Jackets; Plus a Matvei Michkov check in!
January 04, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s home game vs the Columbus Blue Jackets. The road trip is over and the Flyers could use a win. What is it about CBJ that will give the Flyers a shot at breaking this losing streak? Then we check in with Matvei Michkov after his return from a bout with pneumonia. Where are expectations at the moment? Finally we look at the transfer of Alexis Gendron from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms to Drummondville of the QMJHL. Was it the right decision? Watch & ...
Philadelphia Flyers end road trip on a sour note vs Edmonton Oilers & A World Juniors Quarter Final Update
January 03, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss last night’s game vs the Edmonton Oilers.We get into the 11-7 lineup decision, managing defensemen, Cam Atkinson & Tyson Foerster’s ice time, faceoffs, and more. Then we check in on the results for the World Juniors Quarterfinal games. How is Cutter Gauthier doing and why did Canada lose? Finally, we answer your mailbag questions on Eric Dejardins, Alex Ciernik, the importance of the power play, and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on s...
Can the Flyers match up against the surging Oilers? Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Prospect Report
January 02, 2024 06:00 - 32 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s matchup vs the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers are much better than they were in October - can the Flyers win this time too? Then we address the Lehigh Valley Phantoms games leading up to New Years. With a couple losses and a not great looking win, what’s the issue there and what can the Phantoms do to rally enough to get a playoff spot? Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers...
Philadelphia Flyers Road Trip accentuates areas for improvement
January 01, 2024 05:03 - 31 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the last two Philadelphia Flyers games of 2023, losses to both the Seattle Kraken & Calgary Flames. We get into the potential toll of the shot blocking they’ve been doing defensively, the power play woes, but also the stellar play of both goaltenders in Carter Hart & Sam Ersson. We also talk about World Juniors including Cutter Gauthier’s first goal of the tournament & name our Nemesis of the Week, Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on soci...
Flyers dominate Canucks & A Kraken Preview Crossover with Locked on Kraken!
December 29, 2023 06:30 - 47 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel recap the Flyers 4-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks. We discuss Carter Hart subbing in for Sam Ersson, the power play changes, the power kill momentum shift, and the use of the forecheck. Then we welcome Erica L Ayala of Locked on Kraken for an extended conversation on the state of both teams. We get into coaches John Tortorella & former Flyers head coach Dave Hakstol, top players, developing guys like Matty Beniers in Seattle, the Winter Classic, and more! Wa...
How the Philadelphia Flyers can win vs a tough Vancouver Canucks & World Juniors Check In
December 28, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s rematch with the Vancouver Canucks. They have been on a tear since losing to the Flyers at the start of the season. What should the Flyers do to match up with them? Finally we do a check in on World Juniors so far and our prospects in the tournament: Cutter Gauthier on Team USA, Oliver Bonk of Canada, and Alex Čiernik of Slovakia. Plus other key results and player notes! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @Lo...
What should the Philadelphia Flyers Road Trip Goals Be?
December 27, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss the goals for the Flyers on the upcoming road trip. What overall challenges do the Flyers face and what might John Tortorella adjust based on the last two games that were losses? What would we do against the Vancouver Canucks, Seattle Kraken, Calgary Flames & Edmonton Oilers? Then we answer your mailbag questions on Carter Hart, Travis Konecny, World Juniors, and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers...
How did Carter Hart perform in return to Flyers lineup? Plus our Phantoms Tuesday Prospect Report
December 26, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel discuss last Friday’s wild game in Detroit. What good can be taken from that comeback effort and how do we feel about Carter Hart’s return to action? Then we address the two pre-holiday games for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms with split results vs the Charlotte Checkers. How is Samu Tuomaala doing now that Olle Lycksell & Tanner Laczynski are back? How is this affecting other guys like Wade Allison, Elliot Desnoyers & J.R. Avon? Plus our Nemesis of the Week Watch & ...
Flyers point streak ends vs Nashville Predators; Plus the Flyers at the Holiday Break & A look ahead to Flyers vs Red Wings!
December 22, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel dig into last night’s game vs the Nashville Predators and what the Flyers can learn from how the Preds matched up and set up their offense. Then we preview Friday’s rematch vs the Detroit Red Wings. We discuss the return of Dylan Larkin, their goalie injuries, the recent spiral with the Red Wings, and how to win. Finally we check in and compare the Flyers at Christmas last year vs this year. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitte...
Philadelphia Flyers vs Nashville Predators Part 2 Preview; Flyers Prospects at World Juniors
December 21, 2023 14:15 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s rematch with the Nashville Predators. What do the Flyers need to do to win this time? We also address those Nolan Patrick Rumors. Then we check in with Flyers goaltending prospect Aleksei Kolosov of Dinamo Minsk in the KHL. How is he doing and how does he fit into the Flyers goalie depth right now? Finally we do a quick preview of World Juniors and our prospects in the tournament: Cutter Gauthier on Team USA, Oliver Bonk of Canada, and Alex Čie...
Philadelphia Flyers get revenge on the Devils in OT and keep standings pace in the Metro!
December 20, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss last night’s OT win vs the NJ Devils. We talk about Sam Ersson continuing to be strong in net, Ryan Poehling’s breakout game, Owen Tippett and more. We then address some of the bigger picture issues like the power play and faceoffs that could get the Flyers even more results moving forward. Then we answer more of your mailbag questions on Carter Hart’s contract, our favorite Flyers game, and more! Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social me...
Are the Phantoms getting the Results we need? Plus, a Flyers vs Devils rematch!
December 19, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today's show Russ & Rachel react to John Tortorella's positive statements about Morgan Frost & defensemen Rasmus Ristolainen & Nick Seeler. What does it mean for their collective futures with the Flyers? Then we preview tonight's rematch with the Devils. What has changed in North Jersey and how can the Flyers win against this young, skilled team? Then we address the current state of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. They're getting good results with prospect development but not so much in the wi...
Philadelphia Flyers win in shutout vs Detroit Red Wings; The secrets to the Flyers recent success!
December 18, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss Saturday’s Sam Ersson 1-0 shutout vs the Detroit Red Wings. We get into Ersson’s play and the blueliners stepping up, including Rasmus Ristolainen, Cam York, and Sean Walker. We then look at the stretch of games since the Flyers lost to the San Jose Sharks. What has led to the Flyers success and how do they carry it forward? We also talk about Cutter Gauthier’s potential role with Team USA at World Juniors & name our Nemesis of the Week, Watch & Subs...
Flyers & Sam Ersson win another shootout vs Washington Capitals, look ahead to Flyers vs Red Wings!
December 15, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ and Rachel dig into last night’s 3rd shootout win from Sam Ersson & the Philadelphia Flyers. We talk Bobby Brink, Morgan Frost, Ryan Poehling, the power play, and more. Then we preview Saturday’s game vs the Detroit Red Wings. We discuss the Kane signing, the Larkin injury and Perron suspension, the Wings shooting percentage, and how to win. Finally we check in with Russ from Team USA World Junior selection camp and how Cutter Gauthier is doing so far! Flyers Fun Thing: ...
Philadelphia Flyers preview vs Washington Capitals; NHL Draft Prospects Arytem Levshunov & Aron Kiviharju
December 14, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s game vs the Washington Capitals. We talk Alex Ovechkin, the new arena plan, Ethan Bear, the Caps 3rd line, and how the Flyers can win. We also discuss the Blues firing Craig Berube and what his future could look like. Finally we profile two draft eligible defensemen in Arytem Levshunov & Aron Kiviharju. What do their skills bring to the table? Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @Loc...
Philadelphia Flyers fall in OT vs Nashville Predators. What are their playoff chances now?
December 13, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutesOn today’s show, Russ & Rachel discuss last night’s Flyers 3-2 OT loss vs the Nashville Predators. We get into Jusse Saros, the power play, shot blocking, and more. Next we dig into a mailbag question from Ryan on the Flyers overachieving vs underappreciated in the preseason as the Flyers go up in the rankings around the national media. Then we answer more of your mailbag questions on a Ristolainen trade proposal, a potential change in power play rules, Alyn Macaulay’s role with the Phantoms...
Philadelphia Flyers vs Nashville Predators Preview & Lehigh Valley Phantoms Prospect Report
December 12, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss tonight’s Flyers game vs the Nashville Predators. How can the Flyers match up and close out the road trip on a high note? Plus we check in with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. We talk about how the team is adjusting to missing Olle Lycksell & Tanner Lacyznski, injury woes, the mixed results, penalty issues continuing, and more. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlyers Threads @Locke...
Philadelphia Flyers win 4th in a row & bury Colorado Avalanche
December 11, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutesOn today's episode, Russ & Rachel discuss Saturday’s 5-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche. We get into Travis Sanheim’s play, the younger guys like Brink & Tippett, Zamula, Travis Konecny’s leadership, and unsung hero Scott Laughton. We also recognize the smart strategy the Flyers employed defensively and from an ice time management perspective. Plus we name our Nemesis of the Week, Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Follow the show on social media! Twitter @LockedOnFlyers Instagram @LockedonFlye...