Tag: Keith Jones

On a new YWT Podcast, the guys look at takeaways from the Flyers press conference on Wednesday and preview the Stanley Cup Final.

Matvei Michkov officially landed in the United States on Tuesday. His tangible arrival brings a feeling of new hope to the Flyers new era.

On day one of the 2024 NHL Draft, the Flyers took a gamble on potential with their lone selection, while going all-in on the 2025 NHL Draft.

Following the first season of the Flyers “New Era of Orange,” Dan Hilferty and Keith Jones discussed the first-year progress and the future.

Looking back at Danny Briere’s first season as Flyers GM, how he fared in the draft, signings, and trades, and what lies ahead.

Flyers exit interviews for the players were on Wednesday. A look back at some of the standout quotes as the team departed following the 2023-24 season.

As a surprising Flyers season reaches a disappointing ending, there is wonder if the 2023-24 season was a giant waste of time. That’s hardly the case, as the fall from a playoff spot may all be part of the process, and shows just how far that process has to go.

If Monday was a passion-filled postgame reaction that clocked in at just under two minutes, John Tortorella’s press conference on Wednesday was a 15-minute detailed exchange into the depths of what goes on behind the scenes with the Flyers.

Wayne Simmonds announced his retirement on Monday and will sign a one-day contract with the Flyers on April 13.

Sean Couturier was named the 20th captain in Flyers history. Scott Laughton remains an alternate captain and is joined by Travis Konecny.

Mark Recchi’s storied career, which now adds Flyers Hall-of-Famer to Hockey Hall-of-Famer, was heavily rooted in his leadership qualities, which many discussed ahead of the induction.

The blockbuster Cutter Gauthier trade shook up the Flyers-Penguins game. Breaking down everything that happened on a wild Monday night.

As the Flyers rebuild, they are also working to repair the culture they were founded on. Saturday’s Ed Snider Legacy Game is another example.

As Flyers training camp begins, hope is present once again. While patience is key, the offseason has paved the way for progress.

The return of the traditional center-ice logo further shows the Flyers commitment to a rebuild and repairing the relationship with the fan base.

On Thursday, the Flyers announced that Mark Recchi will become the 28th member of the Flyers Hall of Fame in a pregame ceremony held on Saturday, Jan. 27, prior to the team’s game against the Boston Bruins. 

Flyers rookie camp opens on Thursday and opens a window of opportunity for prospects to make a strong first impression on a new front office.

The Flyers announced the schedule and roster for rookie camp, have a replacement for Keith Jones in the booth, and some clarity on the immediate future of Matvei Michkov.

The Flyers unveiled new uniforms for the 2023-24 season that will continue to usher in the “New Era of Orange” with a nod to the history of the franchise.

On a new YWT Podcast, the guys discuss the Ivan Provorov trade, other trade rumors, front office changes, and recap the Stanley Cup Final.

The Flyers front office now consists of two former players at the top – Keith Jones and Danny Briere – with Patrick Sharp and John LeClair in advisory roles. The names may be different, but the pedigree is the same.

The Flyers announced on Thursday that they have hired John LeClair as a Special Advisor to Hockey Operations.

The Flyers announced on Tuesday the hiring of former Flyer Patrick Sharp as Special Advisor of Hockey Operations.

Reports were confirmed on Monday that Valerie Camillo, President and CEO of Comcast Spectacor Sports and Entertainment who also oversaw business operations with the Flyers, will be leaving the company effective July 1.

Danny Briere’s first trade as Flyers GM was a blockbuster, moving Ivan Provorov in a three-team trade and acquiring three players and three draft picks. It backed up Briere’s “open for business” comments ahead of a busy offseason.

On a new YWT Podcast, the guys discuss the front office hirings for the Flyers, look at the draft lottery, and react to the second round of the playoffs.

The Flyers “new era” of leadership will involve five pillars and a triumvirate in making hockey-related decisions. It will be rooted in collaboration and teamwork. Five takeaways from the introductory press conference.

The Flyers new era of leadership with Keith Jones and Danny Briere at the top of hockey operations, brings about some risky questions.

According to multiple reports, the first by Chris Therien of the Snow The Goalie Podcast on Crossing Broad, the Flyers will hire Keith Jones as the next President of Hockey Operations.