O&B Puckcast Episode #298 Flyers Bounce Out the Pens, Advance to Play the Canes!

O&B Puckcast Episode #309 The Flyers Unfinished Offseason with Bill Meltzer

Isaiah and Dan welcome Bill Meltzer (Flyers.NHL.com, HockeyHotStove.com) to break down the Flyers' biggest offseason questions after the Anaheim Ducks matched Philadelphia's offer sheet for Leo Carlsson. What does the failed pursuit of Carlsson reveal about the organization's mindset? Can the Flyers realistically accelerate their rebuild, or is patience still the best path forward? The panel also examines whether the club's draft strategy has limited its future trade flexibility and discusses whether GM Daniel Briere has any significant moves left to make this summer—or if meaningful roster changes will have to wait until the regular season. The conversation wraps up with a look ahead to training camp, including the new contracts for Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale, the expected development of last season's young players over a full campaign, the likelihood of Rasmus Ristolainen remaining with the Flyers , and plenty more. Photo credit: AI-generated with ChatGPT Amazon Link for Behn Wilson's 'Gloves Off' : https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258 [https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258] Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media * X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck * GETTR: @oandbpuckcast * YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 [https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8] Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated 😃 ) Please Support Our Sponsors! * Summit Adjustors: https://summitpublicadjusters.com [https://summitpublicadjusters.com] * Jim's South Street: https://jimssouthstreet.com [https://jimssouthstreet.com] Affiliations: flyersnittygritty.com and hockeyhotstove.com Hosted by https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ [https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/] Advertisers: Contact us at oandbpuck@mail.com or DM us on X.

O&B Puckcast Special: The Ducks Retain Leo, Now What? with Anthony DiMarco

Isaiah is joined by Anthony DiMarco (DailyFaceoff.com) for a special edition of the O&B Puckcast, reacting to the Anaheim Ducks' decision to match the Flyers' five-year, $90 million offer sheet for Leo Carlsson. The duo break down the events surrounding the offer sheet, the statements from Carlsson and the Ducks organization following the decision, and what the outcome means for both franchises. They also discuss what the aggressive pursuit reveals about the Flyers' organizational mindset and their determination to accelerate the rebuild. The conversation then shifts to what's next for Philadelphia. With Carlsson off the board, they examines the Flyers' remaining options to strengthen the roster at center and on defense, whether additional offer sheets or trade scenarios remain realistic, and what fans should expect as the offseason continues. Photo credit: AI-generated with ChatGPT, based on a Frameworth Sports photo Amazon Link for Behn Wilson's 'Gloves Off' : https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258 [https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258] Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media * X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck * GETTR: @oandbpuckcast * YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 [https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8] Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated 😃 ) Please Support Our Sponsors! * Summit Adjustors: https://summitpublicadjusters.com [https://summitpublicadjusters.com] * Jim's South Street: https://jimssouthstreet.com [https://jimssouthstreet.com] Affiliations: flyersnittygritty.com and hockeyhotstove.com Hosted by https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ [https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/] Advertisers: Contact us at oandbpuck@mail.com or DM us on X.

O&B Puckcast Episode #307 The Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet with DiMarco & Durso

Isaiah, Chef and Dan are joined by Anthony DiMarco (DailyFaceoff.com) and Kevin Durso (97.3 ESPN) as the Philadelphia Flyers send shockwaves through the NHL by signing Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson to a five-year, $90 million offer sheet. Anthony DiMarco opens the show by breaking down the offer sheet, what it reveals about the Flyers' timeline and organizational mindset, the likelihood of Anaheim matching, and the club's contingency plans should the Ducks retain Carlsson. The discussion also explores other potential trade and offer-sheet targets as the offseason continues. Kevin Durso then joins the conversation to examine the broader implications of the Flyers' aggressive approach and what it signals about the organization's direction moving forward. The panel also discusses the possibility of a Claude Giroux reunion, the addition of Noel Acciari, highlights from Flyers Development Camp, and the latest news from around the NHL. * Note: Tonight's show was recorded before the announcement of Claude Giroux's re-signing with the Ottawa Senators Photo credit: AI-generated with ChatGPT, based on a Frameworth Sports photo Amazon Link for Behn Wilson's 'Gloves Off' : https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258 [https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258] Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media * X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck * GETTR: @oandbpuckcast * YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 [https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8] Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated 😃 ) Please Support Our Sponsors! * Summit Adjustors: https://summitpublicadjusters.com [https://summitpublicadjusters.com] * Jim's South Street: https://jimssouthstreet.com [https://jimssouthstreet.com] Affiliations: flyersnittygritty.com and hockeyhotstove.com Hosted by https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ [https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/] Advertisers: Contact us at oandbpuck@mail.com or DM us on X.

O&B Puckcast Episode #306 Flyers '26 Draft Recap with Jason Myrtetus

Isaiah, Chef, and Dan are joined by Jason Myrtetus (Flyers Broadcast Network, @jasonmyrt on X) to break down the Philadelphia Flyers' 2026 NHL Draft class. The panel evaluates each of the team's selections, discusses the organization's overall draft strategy, and compares the Flyers' approach with the rest of the league. The discussion then shifts to one of the NHL's biggest offseason storylines: the growing number of star players becoming available through trades. As elite talent increasingly changes teams, the panel examines whether the Flyers missed an opportunity to strengthen their future trade arsenal by selecting several prospects viewed as longer-term projects rather than consensus first-round talent. Would a more "chalk" approach have produced prospects with greater league-wide value as trade chips, even if the Flyers believed they had higher ceilings? It's a debate that could shape the organization's ability to pursue elite NHL talent in the years ahead. The show also covers the expected re-signing of goaltender Dan Vladar, qualifying offers to the Flyers' restricted free agents, highlights from Prospect Development Camp, and the latest offseason developments surrounding the organization. Photo credit: AI-generated with ChatGPT, based on a Philadelphia Flyers promotional photo Amazon Link for Behn Wilson's 'Gloves Off' : https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258 [https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258] Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media * X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck * GETTR: @oandbpuckcast * YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 [https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8] Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated 😃 ) Please Support Our Sponsors! * Summit Adjustors: https://summitpublicadjusters.com [https://summitpublicadjusters.com] * Jim's South Street: https://jimssouthstreet.com [https://jimssouthstreet.com] Affiliations: flyersnittygritty.com and hockeyhotstove.com Hosted by https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ [https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/] Advertisers: Contact us at oandbpuck@mail.com or DM us on X.

O&B Puckcast Episode #305 Flyers Pivotal Off Season Week with Anthony DiMarco

Isaiah, Chef, and Dan are joined by Anthony DiMarco of DailyFaceoff.com as the Philadelphia Flyers prepare for one of the busiest weeks of the offseason, with the NHL Draft just days away. The panel examines the ripple effects of the trade requests from Dylan Larkin and Darnell Nurse, along with the blockbuster deal that sent Brady Tkachuk to Florida. They discuss how the league's shifting power dynamics are creating new opportunities, why player movement has become increasingly unpredictable, and how the Flyers can position themselves to capitalize on a rapidly evolving market. The show also dives into the latest trade speculation surrounding the Flyers, the most recent draft rumblings, potential contract signings, and what fans should realistically expect as one of the NHL's most anticipated weeks unfolds. Photo credit: Grok Amazon Link for Behn Wilson's 'Gloves Off' : https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258 [https://www.amazon.com/Gloves-Off-Mostly-Stories-Hockey/dp/1544551258] Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media * X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck * GETTR: @oandbpuckcast * YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 [https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8] Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated 😃 ) Please Support Our Sponsors! * Summit Adjustors: https://summitpublicadjusters.com [https://summitpublicadjusters.com] * Jim's South Street: https://jimssouthstreet.com [https://jimssouthstreet.com] Affiliations: flyersnittygritty.com and hockeyhotstove.com Hosted by https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ [https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/] Advertisers: Contact us at oandbpuck@mail.com or DM us on X.