Danny Briere

On Ryan and Bernier: Is It Worth the Risk?

June 19, 2013

On Tuesday, the rumor mill concerning the Philadelphia Flyers blew up.

Not only was it confirmed by ESPN's Pierre LeBrun that forward Danny Briere would be bought out, but conflicting reports about goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov's security with the team surfaced, as well as trade rumors involving Anaheim's Bobby Ryan and Los Angeles' Jonathan Bernier also came to the forefront.

Talk about a crazy day.

All of this coming on the heels of a reported deal struck with the New York Islanders to acquire their former captain Mark Streit. Streit signed a bloated four year pact worth a grand total of $22 million. Following that deal, it signaled change. There is writing on the wall...but for whom?

If, for example, both Briere and Bryzgalov are bought out, that unlocks about $12 million in cap space. The Flyers are currently above the new cap ceiling of $64 million by $7 million. These moves would not afford a ton of room, but it would at least be something.

Rimer: Danny Briere Will Be Bought Ought; Ilya Bryzgalov Will Not

June 18, 2013

John Russo

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The Flyers rumor mill has been churning out some good ones the past couple of days.

But now it appears there may be some truth and answers.

Josh Rimer has confirmed that the Flyers plan to buyout forward Danny Briere. As for the status of their Russian netminder, it appears that he will be in the orange and black for another season.

Rimer also confirmed that Ilya Bryzgalov will not be bought out. Rimer said that Rich Winters, Bryzgalov's agent, was told by general manager Paul Holmgren that Bryzgalov will not be bought out.

What Went Wrong in 2013 Part 3: Decimated By Injuries

May 29, 2013

Chris Bengel

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In sports, the phrase "injuries are part of the game" is used quite often. However, the popular phrase took on a whole new meaning for the Philadelphia Flyers during the shortened 2012-2013 regular season.

To put things into perspective, the Flyers lost 264 man games to injury or illness.

Some things were known heading into the season such the fact that defenseman Chris Pronger wouldn't see any action as he recovers from a concussion. The Flyers didn't have quite as much depth at the forward position as they did the season prior.

(Scott Hartnell. Photo by John Russo/The Checking Line)

TFP: Flyers to Buy Out Danny Briere

May 23, 2013

John Russo

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According to a source close to The Fourth Period, the Flyers are planning on using one of their two amnesty buyouts on veteran forward Danny Briere.

Briere, 35, is expected to make $6.5 million the next two seasons. With the salary cap dropping nearly $10 million for the 2013-14 season, the buyout will free up some much needed money as the Flyers attempt to get under the cap and prepare their team for next season.

If Briere is bought out, he will be owed $3.33 million over the next four seasons.

(Photo by John Russo/The Checking Line)

Flyers Season Concludes in Ottawa Tonight

April 27, 2013

John Russo

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It's over, done, final. The Flyers season concludes tonight in Ottawa where they take on a playoff-bound Senators team looking to add to their point totals and climb in the playoff seeding. The Flyers will look to force Ottawa into a bad playoff match-up and finish the season on a four-game winning streak and above .500.

NY Islanders Fall To The Philadelphia Flyers 2-1

April 26, 2013

Jane Fisher

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Isles fall to the Flyers in Philly, leaving them in the 8th playoff spot in the Eastern Conference

Who Should Stay, Who Should Go?

April 18, 2013

Jordan Kuhns

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Only five games remain in this lockout-shortened regular season for the Philadelphia Flyers. These five games serve as a tryout period for players to show why they should or shouldn't stay beyond next season. Some players have already been written off, as it may not make much sense to keep for the future.

Many difficult decisions have to be made this summer, including players that have had extended stints as Flyers.

Couturier's Role Increasing As Season Winds Down

April 17, 2013

Alicia Sprenkle

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With a horrible season coming to a close, it's time to count the positives

The easiest way to feel positive about things in the present for the Flyers is to relate them to the future. And the best way to do that is to take a look at the youth.

We are seeing Oliver Lauridsen and Erik Gustafsson get playing time, the Schenn's (Older brother Luke and younger brother Brayden) are both standing out in a good way, and Sean Couturier is taking advantage of increased ice time.

Couturier, specifically, is fantastic news. He went from a dazzling rookie to a player in a serious sophomore slump.

(Photo by John Russo/The Checking Line)

Holmgren Tells Inquirer Laviolette Will Not Get Fired

April 15, 2013

John Russo

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It's going to be a longer off season for the Flyers than they're used to.

Among the topics heading into the off season is the job security of head coach Peter Laviolette. In an interview with the Philadelphia Inquirer, Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren reassured the safety of his head coach.

Via Sam Carchidi's article this morning:

"I haven't even thought along those lines," Holmgren told The Inquirer in a phone conversation. "I think it's been a difficult year because of the situation. We haven't had our whole team all year. I don't blame the coaches.

Enroth Shuts Out Flyers

April 13, 2013

John Russo

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There is only one way to kill the momentum of a four-game winning streak and that is to follow it up with a four-game losing streak.

The Flyers continued on their skid, dropping their fourth straight game. They lost to Buffalo, 1-0, Saturday afternoon, pushing them closer to mathematical elimination from the post season.

In the last four games, the Flyers were out-scored 12-3. The power play had also fizzled, going 0-for-2 on the night to continue their skid to 0-for-15.

(Pictured: Jhonas Enroth keeps the puck out in the 2nd period. AP Photo/Gary Wiepert)