Point/Counterpoint: Bryzgalov found the peace in his soul to play in Philadelphia

By Marcello De Feo
Posted on 03/20/2012 at 2:00 pm

Welcome to the newest edition of “Point/Counterpoint,” where a pair of Flyers Faithful scribes present both sides of one particular issue with their own unique view and flair. This week, Marcello D and Kim Q square off over Ilya Bryzgalov’s mental status. Point: Marcello D. Ilya Bryzgalov has become a zen master, cool as a cucumber in a bowl of hot sauce. For the second straight week, Ilya Bryzgalov was named the “First Star” by the NHL after winning eight of nine possible games in March, getting 17 of 18 possible points, posting four shutouts in five games, setting a franchise high watermark scoreless streak, …

Flyers Faithful Podcast, Episode 9: March of the Penguins

By Estebomb
Posted on 03/20/2012 at 12:00 pm

On this week’s edition of the Flyers Faithful podcast Steve and Hal are joined by Adam from The Pens Blog and Jackie Inserra to discuss the Flyers-Penguins rivalry. We also discussed the Flyers’ improved play, the insanity that is the Atlantic division, and much more. Flyers Faithful Podcast Episode 9 You can also download it from iTunes here! Leave a nice review and you will receive the eternal gift of an internet smilie face.

Around the Net 3.20.12

By Dain S
Posted on 03/20/2012 at 9:00 am

Welcome to Around the Net, a look at the Philadelphia Flyers on and off the ice. This week we look at Andrej Meszaros and his back, Claude Giroux and whether he misses playing with Mike Richards and Jeff Carter, Ilya Bryzgalov earning another NHL player of the week honor and more. Meszaros to have surgery, miss 6-8 weeks This could be a damaging blow to the Flyers defense, but with the additions of Kubina and Grossman and Brandon Manning’s solid play thus far, the Flyers should be able to live with Mez for a short while. [ Broad St. Hockey ] Richards …

Hartnell plays “Beat the Clock,” Flyers shame Penguins in OT

By Bob H
Posted on 03/18/2012 at 3:58 pm

Wonders never cease. On the ropes and down 2-0 to a steamroller of a Pittsburgh Penguins club looking for their 12th straight win, the Philadelphia Flyers put together one of the most unlikely turnarounds in recent memory and took a 3-2 home decision on Sunday afternoon. Scott Hartnell was the hero, as his second goal of the game, coming with 0.9 seconds left in overtime, proved to be the winner. It came as a result of a defensive breakdown. Danny Briere entered the Penguins’ zone near the boards on the left wing, then turned into the middle. He allowed Braydon …

Awkward Height is Awkward

By frick
Posted on 03/16/2012 at 9:00 am

The Lulz feature was originally inspired by the lolcats site but features hockey pictures with funny, quirky, ironic or just plain mean captions. This feature should run weekly on Fridays; TGIFWL (Thank Goodness It’s Friday With Lulz).

A Record-Setting Night as the Flyers Best the Islanders 3-2

By Kim Pollock
Posted on 03/15/2012 at 10:02 pm

It was a night of accomplishments for the Flyers in a 3-2 win over the New York Islanders on Thursday night, none bigger than Ilya Bryzgalov setting a new franchise record for longest scoreless streak at 249:43. With less than 10 minutes to go in the third period, it looked like Bryzgalov was on the way to his fourth straight shutout, but the Islanders finally managed to figure him out. Michael Grabner tipped the puck past him with 6:30 left, and only 35 seconds later, the Islanders scored again – this time on a snap shot in the slot by …

Bryzgalov Blanks Panthers, Flyers Extend Win Streak To Four

By Craig F
Posted on 03/08/2012 at 10:15 pm

The Flyers dominated the Florida Panthers tonight at the Wells Fargo Center for a 5-0 win, which extend their winning streak to four games. Ilya Bryzgalov had another amazing performance, as he made 28 saves for his second shutout in a three-game span. Bryzgalov’s fourth shutout of the season came without the help of defensemen Kimmo Timonen, Andrej Meszaros, and Pavel Kubina. Bryzgalov earned the first star of the game and it was clearly deserved. The Flyers’ goalie, who recorded his 27th career shutout, made crucial saves early in the game, after both of the bouts in the contest, and late in …

Atlantic Watch: 2/29-3/6

By Craig F
Posted on 03/07/2012 at 9:00 am

For the first time in awhile, the Flyers put together a string of wins this week, as they won all three of their contests. Ilya Bryzgalov played a big part in the team’s success, as he won all three games with a save percentage of .948. With a four-game schedule ahead for the next seven days, hopefully Bryzgalov can keep Philly’s winning ways intact against some strong opponents. In their first game of the week, the Flyers beat the visiting New York Islanders by a score of 6-3. It looked like Bryzgalov was back to his usual ways, as Josh …

Giroux And Bryz Lead Flyers Past Wings

By Craig F
Posted on 03/06/2012 at 10:41 pm

Ilya Bryzgalov came up huge again for the Flyers, as he stopped 37 shots in the Flyers’ 3-2 win against the visiting Detroit Red Wings tonight. On an evening where the Flyers’ organization retired Mark Howe’s number, Bryzgalov and Philly’s penalty kill showed up to give the Flyers’ their second straight one-goal game victory. “He’s been great for us the last month,” said Claude Giroux of Bryzgalov. “When he plays great, it’s motivation for us to step up and play great.” Giroux had a goal and an assist in the win, as he created scoring chances throughout the game. After his …

Bryz and D Blank Caps 1-0 In Washington

By Craig F
Posted on 03/05/2012 at 12:15 am

Ilya Bryzgalov had his strongest performance of the season tonight, as he stopped 34 saves to help the Flyers beat the Washington Capitals 1-0 at the Verizon Center. Eric Wellwood’s second goal of the season was all Bryzgalov needed for his third shutout of 2011-2012, as the Flyers won back-to-back games for the first time since the middle of January. The game-winning goal, which came at the 7:51 mark of the second period, was a redirection from Wellwood in the slot off of a pass from Pavel Kubina at the point. The puck eluded Michal Neuvirth for his second goal …

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