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Flyers Sign G Steve Mason to One-Year Extension

April 8, 2013

General Manager Paul Holmgren announced this afternoon that the Philadelphia Flyers have signed goaltender Steve Mason to a one-year extension worth $1.5 million. Mason was acquired in a deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets on April 3 for Michael Leighton and a 2015 third round pick.

The 24-year-old goaltender busted onto the NHL scene back in 2008. In his rookie season, he posted a 33-20-7 record with the Blue Jackets, posting ten shutouts, and owning an impressive .916 save percentage and a 2.29 goals against average.

Game Preview: Flames vs Chicago Blackhawks

March 26, 2013

NickSymon

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The Flames head back on the road tonight, a place they have not been too fond of as of late, currently riding a 9-game win-less streak (0-8-1). Breaking the streak will not come easy heading into Chicago to face the league’s best team. The Blackhawks will finish off rare back-to-back home games after losing last night, 5-4 to the defending champs Los Angeles Kings.

Game Preview: Flames vs Nashville Predators

March 15, 2013

NickSymon

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The Flames will look for their sixth straight win at the Dome tonight when they host the Nashville Predators. The Flames are coming off a huge third period against the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday that saw them score three goals on their way to a 5-2 victory. The Preds come into town for the second game of a back-to-back after losing 7-4 to the Canucks last night in Vancouver.

Flyers turn down deals; Keep roster intact for playoff push

February 27, 2012

Matthew Brigidi

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As 3 p.m. came and went, so too went with it the Philadelphia Flyers last opportunity to improve their team.

With the NHL trade deadline expiring Monday afternoon, the players currently on the Flyers roster were able to breath a sigh of relief for the first time in weeks.

Despite speculation as to the team’s interest in adding a depth forward, in addition to other surprising areas of possible interest, the organization decided to stand pat with their current roster.

Flyers Could Be Seeking No. 1 Goalie

February 26, 2012

John Russo

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It's a known fact that general manager Paul Holmgren is not happy with the goaltending this season from both Ilya Bryzgalov and Sergei Bobrovsky.

According to a source close to The Fourth Period, the Flyers could be seeking a number one goalie. TFP writer Dustin Leed also confirmed the goalie interest.

Bishop Dealt

February 26, 2012

Taylor Giffin

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According to TSN, the St. Louis Blues have dealt their young gun goaltender Ben Bishop to the Ottawa Senators, in exchange for a second round pick in the 2013 NHL draft.

Bishop, who is currently playing for the Blues AHL affiliate Peoria Rivermen, has put up 24 wins in 38 games played, including 6 shutouts. He also was named the MVP of the AHL all star game this year.

Considered one of the best young goalies not playing in the NHL, Bishop was in a sticky situation in St. Louis. With the signing of both Halak and Elliot for two more years, Bishop needed to play in 17 games this year for the big club for at least 30 minutes, or else he ...

Another move now seems a question of when, not if

February 24, 2012

Matthew Brigidi

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For the large majority of the season, much of the focus for the Philadelphia Flyers has fallen on the team’s vaunted defensive unit. With injuries to Chris Pronger and a platoon of capable, yet not-so-ready rookie call-ups, the mantra of this season was plain-and-simple:

Get a defenseman and get him now.

The organization may not have responded as quickly as some would have liked but they answered the call none-the-less by bringing in not one, but two NHL battle tested defensemen and in the process added a collective total of around 500 lbs to their backend.

With only four days remaining before the February 27 trade deadline, the focus now shifts to the front end.

If JvR is on the trade block, then his stock is sky-high

February 22, 2012

Matthew Brigidi

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It has been reported by several credible sources that teams have been inquiring about van Rimesdyk’s availability. Through all of it, general manager Paul Holmgren and the Flyers have expressed that they are not interested in moving the forward.

However, that is something the organization has said before and it’s not out of the question that they have a change of heart with the right deal.

“If [being traded] has to happen, whatever, it’s part of the game,” van Riemsdyk said on Saturday. “I’m just focused on what’s going on now and that’s helping the Flyers win games.”

While it’s unclear as to what the team is going to do, what is clear is that van Riemsdyk’s stock is probably as high as it could possibly be coming off a concussion.

Blues Face Deadline Decisions

February 20, 2012

Taylor Giffin

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With the NHL trade deadline looming upon us, less than a week away, it is time to consider what options the Blues have. Although, in my humble opinion, and the thoughts of many other Blues fans I presume, it may be enough to sit back on this team and let the return of injured players account for any adjustment they may want to make. Because the worst thing that can come from any trade at the deadline is a rut in established team chemistry. Either way, whatever route the Blues decide to take, it is always fun to consider some trades that they could make.

Grossman trade leaves room for future moves

February 17, 2012

Matthew Brigidi

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It was the first step in the right direction.

Much of the talk since the start of December has revolved around the Flyers needing to add a defenseman to improve their standing as a contender in the Eastern Conference.

While Grossman is a great addition considering the price (two draft picks), he isn’t a game changer. This move was to shore up the defense, not solidify it.

With the deadline just ten days away, the Flyers still have plenty of time to continue to tweak their roster.