Flyers free agency news

May 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) during the first period against the Dallas Stars in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena.

Could the Flyers lack of moves this offseason indicate bigger plans for next?

Scott Cole
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With arbitration avoided, Flyers still face key decision on Cam York's contract

Flyers should take a chance on Joel Kiviranta

Are Flyers' moves enough to keep up with Metro Division rivals?

Apr 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Christian Dvorak (28) looks on in warm-up before the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Bell Centre.

The Flyers are a destination for mid-to-low tier players

Matthew Maratea
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Mar 27, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) advances the puck against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Are there any remaining free agents the Flyers should sign?

Scott Cole
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Mar 9, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Philadelphia Flyers left wing Elliot Desnoyers (73) skates with the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at PNC Arena.

It's the end of the road for three Flyers' prospects

Scott Cole
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Apr 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA;  Calgary Flames goaltender Dan Vladar (80) makes a save during the second period against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena.

Is the Vladar signing enough to stop the goaltending carousel in Philadelphia?

Lauren Cuculino
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Vancouver Canucks v New Jersey Devils

Jake Allen off the market as Flyers lose potential goalie option to Devils

Emma Lingan
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Apr 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA;  Philadelphia Flyers right wing Tyson Foerster (71) celebrates this goal against the New York Rangers with Philadelphia Flyers right wing Bobby Brink (10), Philadelphia Flyers left wing Noah Cates (27) and Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim (6) during the third period at Madison Square Garden.

Why a free agent may choose to come to the Flyers

Scott Cole
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Mar 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Flyers left wing Jakob Pelletier (22) falls to the ice during the first period against the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center.

Flyers decision to not qualify Jakob Pelletier was the right one

Ariel Melendez
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Apr 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns (8) looks on in warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre.

3 keys for the Flyers to have success in free agency

Scott Cole
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Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Victor Eklund is selected as the 16th overall pick to the New York Islanders in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater.

Recent moves by rivals make for more intrigue for Flyers

Scott Cole
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2025 Stanley Cup Final - Game Five

Brad Marchand would look great in a Flyers uniform

Scott Cole
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Jun 9, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) looks on during the third period against the Florida Panthers in game three of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena.

Why might the Flyers not be willing to splurge on free agents this summer?

Scott Cole
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Mar 20, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Olle Lycksell (15) skates past Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) during the first period at Capital One Arena.

The Flyers have some tough decisions to make with NHL and AHL free agents

Ariel Melendez
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Apr 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Donato (8) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) in the third period at Bell Centre.

3 Flyers free agent targets to reach another level in 2025-26

Ariel Melendez
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Vegas Golden Knights v Vancouver Canucks

3 Flyers free agent targets with ties to Rick Tocchet

Emma Lingan
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Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nicolas Hague (14) against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome.

A new trade target has emerged, but does it make sense for the Flyers?

Ariel Melendez
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Apr 13, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Felix Sandstrom (32) makes a save on Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) during the first period at United Center.

The Flyers shouldn't sign these two players for two very different reasons

Ariel Melendez
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Nov 3, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates his short-handed goal against the New York Islanders with defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55), center Mika Zibanejad (93) and defenseman Adam Fox (23) during the first period at Madison Square Garden.

Two potential moves by the Flyers could be nightmare fuel for a divisional rival

Scott Cole
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Mar 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers left wing Andrei Kuzmenko (96) celebrates his goal against Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf (32) during the first period at Wells Fargo Center.

Could Andrei Kuzmenko make a return to Philadelphia?

Scott Cole
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Mar 27, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) advances the puck against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Signing Jeff Skinner could be a great move for the Flyers

Scott Cole
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Apr 12, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser (6) during a stop in play against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Could Briere reunite a top free agent with his former head coach?

Scott Cole
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May 9, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (5) looks on against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period in game three of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

3 dream free agent scenarios for the Flyers

Scott Cole
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Apr 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) stretches during the warmup before a game against the Detroit Red Wings at Scotiabank Arena.

Should the Flyers go all-in on a top-tier free agent or spread the money around?

Scott Cole
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Oct 26, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi (23) looks on against the Philadelphia Flyers in the first period at Wells Fargo Center.

Flyers should avoid a high price for Rossi

Scott Cole
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May 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand (63) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period of game seven of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena.

Six older vets the Flyers shouldn't discount during free agency

Scott Cole
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