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Chris "Bundy" Therien Is Now a Citizen of These United States

Michael DeNicola — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:05:00 GMT

Earlier today former NHL defenseman and current color commentator on Philadelphia Flyers radio broadcasts on 610 WIP, Chris "Bundy" Therien officially became an American citizen.

Jagr's Back From His Groin Injury, Is He Rushin'? (no he's Czech, ha!)

Michael DeNicola — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:55:00 GMT

Our boys are going to need a player like Jagr come playoff time, and even sooner than that. But returning to the lineup tonight versus the visiting Winnipeg Jets has only brought in a fog of worry, rather than a beacon of joy.

Giroux Wins an Award at the PSWA Dinner, Wait What?

Michael DeNicola — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:59:00 GMT

It's great to see Giroux getting all of this recognition in our city. Before this season began, even the ex-Eagle Donovan McNabb was a wider known name in Philadelphia than Claude Giroux.

First It Was Ryan Suter, Now Consider Tim Gleason (D) Off the Market

Michael DeNicola — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:25:24 GMT

Up until this point it was widely speculated that our Flyers were interested in acquiring Gleason via trade as a Plan B had their initial interest, Ryan Suter (D) - NSH, gone off the market.

Coming Out Of A Break; Flyers Look to Keep Their Past Behind Their Future

Michael DeNicola — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:58:00 GMT

Between tomorrow and February 18th, our Flyers battle against the Rangers twice -- once away, once at in the Well. As you already know, our record against them this season stands at 0 - 3. Facing them twice in a stretch of 10-contests is worrisome.

Fehr vs the NHL; An All Too Familiar Bargaining Battle

Michael DeNicola — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:03:00 GMT

While players worry about their escrow dollars and the League worries about the revenue sharing, you and I are stuck at home worried we may not see a 2012-13 season. We don't want to relive 2004-05 all over again. We're looking in every direction for a sign that tells us the gears are in forward motion.

Sean Avery Sends a Facebook Event Invitation

Michael DeNicola — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:32:00 GMT

This source was hanging out at Sean's apartment in Connecticut earlier today and happened to come across his Facebook on his computer. While the former Blue Shirt wasn't looking, my source quickly took a screen capture of an Event page he opened up from Avery's account and emailed me the photo.

Our Speed Demon Little Rooska Wins It In A Flyers Shootout, 3 - 2

Michael DeNicola — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:36:00 GMT

Bobrovsky stopped all three of the Panthers attempts while Claude Giroux was the only orange soldier to lay the law behind Florida's netminder. Oh, and what a gorgeous goal it was. The Ginger Gingering Giroux left Florida's Scott Clemmensen picking up all his pads off the ice after deking him left and pushing the rubber past his far side.

NHL All-Star Game Gets Some Grit, Much Deserved Nod Given to Hartnell

Tim March — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:40:00 GMT

The NHL’s wounded stars continue to drop like flies. Several players are being held out due to injuries. They need replaced. Enter Scott Hartnell.

Tim Thomas: "Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Sudden Death!"

Michael DeNicola — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:32:00 GMT

To many such as myself, I firmly believe a man like Tim Thomas was born with the right to make the decision he did, and I'm also fully capable of separating it completely from his job in an ice hockey net.

Hartnell's Natty Hatty Not Enough to Sink Black & Gold Ship

Michael DeNicola — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:44:00 GMT

To skate away from this weekend with 3-points out of a possible 4 is absolutely energizing. Especially when you acknowledge the injuries we're suffering and the still-flaky goaltending. Though yesterday's competition was lost in the bitter seconds of a shootout, there's a million megatons of positives to transition over to Tuesday's puck-drop against the Florida Panthers

Everyone Calm Down on the "Re-signing Jagr" Talk, Business Comes First

Michael DeNicola — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:43:00 GMT

Many are quick to jump on the opportunity and re-sign the 39-year old Czech native immediately without hesitation. On a lot of levels, this move does make sense. But there's still one fact that weighs on my mind; We haven't seen how he fairs in the final quarter of the regular schedule and post-season.

Giroux Is In A Funk, When Is He Going To Climb Out?

Joe Bogle — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:39:00 GMT

In my opinion, Giroux is stressing, he's trying to carry this team and he's trying to do too much. He should SHOOT THE PUCK MORE. This is nothing new, the guy always looks pass first. Unless he decides to be selfish on occasion, he won't be elite in this League.

Flyers get Tavares’d; Fall to Islanders, 4-1

Tim March — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:26:00 GMT

Hopefully, the boys can remove heads from asses and show up for the game this time. They can’t just show up and beat either of these teams this weekend, and next time they face the budding Islanders, they need to heed the same advice.

Lauren Pronger Speaks Out About Husband Chris Pronger, Says He Has "Good Days & Bad"

Michael DeNicola — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:39:00 GMT

Lauren tells us how badly Chris wants to be playing right now, which should come to no surprise to no one. Prongs is a warrior, and a warrior doesn't know how to quit. But a mild brain injury like the one Chris has sustained is more than enough reason to curb his combatant charisma and yield to full health.

The Island Takes a Trip South to Philly, Staios Better Be Ready

Michael DeNicola — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:36:00 GMT

Don't miss puck drop tonight at 7:00pm, CSN. Hopefully Cooter extends that streak of his, and Steve Staois gets battered like the filthy bitch his is.

Have A Coke And A Smile, Lots To Be Positive About

Joe Bogle — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:21:00 GMT

So, before you jump off the bandwagon and maybe give up hope, just remember; When Laviolette has the Flyers headed towards the right direction again, and you want to hop back on, there won't be any room.... especially with Pronger and Lappy taking up all the damn room in the handicapped seats.

JVR Looks Good in Toronto Blue; Why This Deal Makes Sense for the Flyers

Tim March — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:15:00 GMT

It will definitely cost the Flyers one of their young and talented prospects. Likely either Brayden Schenn or Sean Couturier would head south along with defenseman Matt Carle, who is an UFA (unrestricted free agent) at season’s end. The problem is that Suter is also an UFA. Meaning the Flyers could give up a promising future star for a player who could walk after the season. “Rental” players as they’ve become known, are very risky. I have never been a fan of trading for an UFA.

Jagr Burps the Worm on the Bench

Michael DeNicola — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:20:00 GMT

Of course he's not doing what we all are joking about him doing, but it certainly raised an eyebrow or two.....and apparently Jagr's trouser trout.

Sergei Continues to Make Heads Shake & Philly Panties Drop, Isles Topped 3 - 2

Michael DeNicola — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:26:00 GMT

Grabner did everything right. He gained the puck from a turnover, crossed into the Flyers zone uncontested, and took the rubber to his backhand. When he sent it sailing 4-hole, Bob lifted his glove in mid-split and snatched the puck before it ever nested in the high twine behind him.