Matvei MichkovA lighter Matvei Michkov flashes improved English and speed on Day 1 of Flyers training camp: ‘He’s put in the work’Michkov's first day of training camp was night and day compared to last year, while his summer work earned praise from his coach and several teammates.Jackie Spiegel Matvei Michkov’s fitness, roster battles, and other story lines to follow as the Flyers begin training camp Gustav Elvin Flyers GM Danny Brière provides updates on Matvei Michkov and clarifies previous ‘step back’ commentJackie Spiegel Trevor Zegras and Matvei Michkov together? Here’s how the Flyers could line up on opening night.Gustav Elvin The Flyers are banking on internal improvements being enough in 2026-27. Here are five players they need to step upGustav Elvin AdvertisementThese are the Philly area’s 25 best athletes under 25, from high school phenoms to household namesWe scoured the Philadelphia region to find the 25 best young athletes. From professionals to high school students to Olympians, these are the area's best athletes under 25 years old.Inquirer Sports Staff These are the players Flyers fans most (and least) want back next season — and the one they can’t agree onThe Flyers made the playoffs (and won a series) for the first time since 2019-20, so we weren't surprised to see most players grade out well in our annual poll.Gabriela Carroll Who should the Flyers retain for next season? Read expert opinions and vote in Stay or GoThe 2025-26 season was a resounding success for the Flyers, but with increased success comes increased pressure. Who should the Flyers retain for next season?Jackie Spiegel and Gustav Elvin Five questions for Danny Brière and the Flyers as they embark on their first offseason with expectationsFrom getting Matvei Michkov back on track to re-signing Trevor Zegras to trying to find a No. 1 center, the Flyers have lots of work to do this summer.Gustav Elvin Flyers GM Danny Brière addresses Matvei Michkov’s benching, key offseason questions, and the team’s future“We’ve said it for a long time. We wanted to build a team that was going to be here for a long time, not just to go for it for a year or two. So that’s still the same approach on my end,” Brière said.Jackie Spiegel Rick Tocchet talks power play, Matvei Michkov’s ‘vengeance tour,’ and more at his end-of-season media availability"I think he skated yesterday. It’s pretty cool. ... I love that. I think every player should have some kind of motivation in their head to prove anybody wrrong," said Tocchet of Michkov.Jackie Spiegel OpinionMatvei Michkov and the Flyers have a swirl of questions around them. His answers Tuesday will only add more.Michkov, 21, got a bit defensive toward some questions at Tuesday's locker cleanout day. The Flyers can still coach him hard but they need to be careful to avoid another Cutter Gauthier fiasco.Mike Sielski | Columnist Matvei Michkov scratched; rookies Jett Luchanko and Oliver Bonk debut for Flyers in Game 4Luchanko, 19, and Bonk, 21, will both make their playoff debuts in a must-win Game 4 at home.Gabriela Carroll A proud cat dad, self-proclaimed chefs, and outdoorsmen: Can you name these Flyers players? | QuizFrom a proud cat dad to self-styled chefs, and from country music fans to fans of the great outdoors, can you identify the correct Flyer?Ariel Simpson and Matt Mullin Flyers’ Matvei Michkov returns for Game 6 after being scratched for a gameMichkov and Alex Bump came off the ice with the regulars after an optional skate on Wednesday. Garnet Hathaway stayed out late with the players who have been scratched regularly. Gabriela Carroll OpinionBenching Matvei Michkov didn’t work for the Flyers. Now what? Bench Porter Martone? Tyson Foerster?After losing two straight to the Penguins after taking a 3-0 series lead, more changes are coming. Stay tuned.Marcus Hayes | Columnist Matvei Michkov is a healthy scratch for Flyers in Game 5 vs. PenguinsMichkov, who doesn't have a point in the series, was eerily quiet in the first four games of the series.Gabriela Carroll Flyers push Penguins to the brink of elimination with a chaotic 5-2 win in South PhillyAfter a second-period melee that resulted in 22 penalty minutes and a standing room only situation in both boxes, the Flyers scored three goals in seven minutes to wrestle away control of Game 3. Jackie Spiegel Matvei Michkov is 5,100 miles away from his home in Russia. But in Philly, ‘life has become easier.’The 21-year-old's adjustment to North American culture, the English language, and the NHL is ongoing. But the Flyers winger is starting to feel more comfortable on and off the ice.Alex Coffey Oliver Bonk, Matvei Michkov, and youngsters shine in Flyers’ 4-2 win vs. Canadiens to close regular seasonBonk scored his first goal in his NHL debut, while Michkov, Alex Bump, and Porter Martone also added goals.Jackie Spiegel See more storiesAdvertisement
A lighter Matvei Michkov flashes improved English and speed on Day 1 of Flyers training camp: ‘He’s put in the work’Michkov's first day of training camp was night and day compared to last year, while his summer work earned praise from his coach and several teammates.Jackie Spiegel
A lighter Matvei Michkov flashes improved English and speed on Day 1 of Flyers training camp: ‘He’s put in the work’Michkov's first day of training camp was night and day compared to last year, while his summer work earned praise from his coach and several teammates.Jackie Spiegel
Matvei Michkov’s fitness, roster battles, and other story lines to follow as the Flyers begin training camp Gustav Elvin
Matvei Michkov’s fitness, roster battles, and other story lines to follow as the Flyers begin training camp Gustav Elvin
Flyers GM Danny Brière provides updates on Matvei Michkov and clarifies previous ‘step back’ commentJackie Spiegel
Flyers GM Danny Brière provides updates on Matvei Michkov and clarifies previous ‘step back’ commentJackie Spiegel
Trevor Zegras and Matvei Michkov together? Here’s how the Flyers could line up on opening night.Gustav Elvin
Trevor Zegras and Matvei Michkov together? Here’s how the Flyers could line up on opening night.Gustav Elvin
The Flyers are banking on internal improvements being enough in 2026-27. Here are five players they need to step upGustav Elvin
The Flyers are banking on internal improvements being enough in 2026-27. Here are five players they need to step upGustav Elvin
These are the Philly area’s 25 best athletes under 25, from high school phenoms to household namesWe scoured the Philadelphia region to find the 25 best young athletes. From professionals to high school students to Olympians, these are the area's best athletes under 25 years old.Inquirer Sports Staff
These are the Philly area’s 25 best athletes under 25, from high school phenoms to household namesWe scoured the Philadelphia region to find the 25 best young athletes. From professionals to high school students to Olympians, these are the area's best athletes under 25 years old.Inquirer Sports Staff
These are the players Flyers fans most (and least) want back next season — and the one they can’t agree onThe Flyers made the playoffs (and won a series) for the first time since 2019-20, so we weren't surprised to see most players grade out well in our annual poll.Gabriela Carroll
These are the players Flyers fans most (and least) want back next season — and the one they can’t agree onThe Flyers made the playoffs (and won a series) for the first time since 2019-20, so we weren't surprised to see most players grade out well in our annual poll.Gabriela Carroll
Who should the Flyers retain for next season? Read expert opinions and vote in Stay or GoThe 2025-26 season was a resounding success for the Flyers, but with increased success comes increased pressure. Who should the Flyers retain for next season?Jackie Spiegel and Gustav Elvin
Who should the Flyers retain for next season? Read expert opinions and vote in Stay or GoThe 2025-26 season was a resounding success for the Flyers, but with increased success comes increased pressure. Who should the Flyers retain for next season?Jackie Spiegel and Gustav Elvin
Five questions for Danny Brière and the Flyers as they embark on their first offseason with expectationsFrom getting Matvei Michkov back on track to re-signing Trevor Zegras to trying to find a No. 1 center, the Flyers have lots of work to do this summer.Gustav Elvin
Five questions for Danny Brière and the Flyers as they embark on their first offseason with expectationsFrom getting Matvei Michkov back on track to re-signing Trevor Zegras to trying to find a No. 1 center, the Flyers have lots of work to do this summer.Gustav Elvin
Flyers GM Danny Brière addresses Matvei Michkov’s benching, key offseason questions, and the team’s future“We’ve said it for a long time. We wanted to build a team that was going to be here for a long time, not just to go for it for a year or two. So that’s still the same approach on my end,” Brière said.Jackie Spiegel
Flyers GM Danny Brière addresses Matvei Michkov’s benching, key offseason questions, and the team’s future“We’ve said it for a long time. We wanted to build a team that was going to be here for a long time, not just to go for it for a year or two. So that’s still the same approach on my end,” Brière said.Jackie Spiegel
Rick Tocchet talks power play, Matvei Michkov’s ‘vengeance tour,’ and more at his end-of-season media availability"I think he skated yesterday. It’s pretty cool. ... I love that. I think every player should have some kind of motivation in their head to prove anybody wrrong," said Tocchet of Michkov.Jackie Spiegel
Rick Tocchet talks power play, Matvei Michkov’s ‘vengeance tour,’ and more at his end-of-season media availability"I think he skated yesterday. It’s pretty cool. ... I love that. I think every player should have some kind of motivation in their head to prove anybody wrrong," said Tocchet of Michkov.Jackie Spiegel
OpinionMatvei Michkov and the Flyers have a swirl of questions around them. His answers Tuesday will only add more.Michkov, 21, got a bit defensive toward some questions at Tuesday's locker cleanout day. The Flyers can still coach him hard but they need to be careful to avoid another Cutter Gauthier fiasco.Mike Sielski | Columnist
OpinionMatvei Michkov and the Flyers have a swirl of questions around them. His answers Tuesday will only add more.Michkov, 21, got a bit defensive toward some questions at Tuesday's locker cleanout day. The Flyers can still coach him hard but they need to be careful to avoid another Cutter Gauthier fiasco.Mike Sielski | Columnist
Matvei Michkov scratched; rookies Jett Luchanko and Oliver Bonk debut for Flyers in Game 4Luchanko, 19, and Bonk, 21, will both make their playoff debuts in a must-win Game 4 at home.Gabriela Carroll
Matvei Michkov scratched; rookies Jett Luchanko and Oliver Bonk debut for Flyers in Game 4Luchanko, 19, and Bonk, 21, will both make their playoff debuts in a must-win Game 4 at home.Gabriela Carroll
A proud cat dad, self-proclaimed chefs, and outdoorsmen: Can you name these Flyers players? | QuizFrom a proud cat dad to self-styled chefs, and from country music fans to fans of the great outdoors, can you identify the correct Flyer?Ariel Simpson and Matt Mullin
A proud cat dad, self-proclaimed chefs, and outdoorsmen: Can you name these Flyers players? | QuizFrom a proud cat dad to self-styled chefs, and from country music fans to fans of the great outdoors, can you identify the correct Flyer?Ariel Simpson and Matt Mullin
Flyers’ Matvei Michkov returns for Game 6 after being scratched for a gameMichkov and Alex Bump came off the ice with the regulars after an optional skate on Wednesday. Garnet Hathaway stayed out late with the players who have been scratched regularly. Gabriela Carroll
Flyers’ Matvei Michkov returns for Game 6 after being scratched for a gameMichkov and Alex Bump came off the ice with the regulars after an optional skate on Wednesday. Garnet Hathaway stayed out late with the players who have been scratched regularly. Gabriela Carroll
OpinionBenching Matvei Michkov didn’t work for the Flyers. Now what? Bench Porter Martone? Tyson Foerster?After losing two straight to the Penguins after taking a 3-0 series lead, more changes are coming. Stay tuned.Marcus Hayes | Columnist
OpinionBenching Matvei Michkov didn’t work for the Flyers. Now what? Bench Porter Martone? Tyson Foerster?After losing two straight to the Penguins after taking a 3-0 series lead, more changes are coming. Stay tuned.Marcus Hayes | Columnist
Matvei Michkov is a healthy scratch for Flyers in Game 5 vs. PenguinsMichkov, who doesn't have a point in the series, was eerily quiet in the first four games of the series.Gabriela Carroll
Matvei Michkov is a healthy scratch for Flyers in Game 5 vs. PenguinsMichkov, who doesn't have a point in the series, was eerily quiet in the first four games of the series.Gabriela Carroll
Flyers push Penguins to the brink of elimination with a chaotic 5-2 win in South PhillyAfter a second-period melee that resulted in 22 penalty minutes and a standing room only situation in both boxes, the Flyers scored three goals in seven minutes to wrestle away control of Game 3. Jackie Spiegel
Flyers push Penguins to the brink of elimination with a chaotic 5-2 win in South PhillyAfter a second-period melee that resulted in 22 penalty minutes and a standing room only situation in both boxes, the Flyers scored three goals in seven minutes to wrestle away control of Game 3. Jackie Spiegel
Matvei Michkov is 5,100 miles away from his home in Russia. But in Philly, ‘life has become easier.’The 21-year-old's adjustment to North American culture, the English language, and the NHL is ongoing. But the Flyers winger is starting to feel more comfortable on and off the ice.Alex Coffey
Matvei Michkov is 5,100 miles away from his home in Russia. But in Philly, ‘life has become easier.’The 21-year-old's adjustment to North American culture, the English language, and the NHL is ongoing. But the Flyers winger is starting to feel more comfortable on and off the ice.Alex Coffey
Oliver Bonk, Matvei Michkov, and youngsters shine in Flyers’ 4-2 win vs. Canadiens to close regular seasonBonk scored his first goal in his NHL debut, while Michkov, Alex Bump, and Porter Martone also added goals.Jackie Spiegel
Oliver Bonk, Matvei Michkov, and youngsters shine in Flyers’ 4-2 win vs. Canadiens to close regular seasonBonk scored his first goal in his NHL debut, while Michkov, Alex Bump, and Porter Martone also added goals.Jackie Spiegel
