Philadelphia Flyers
Philadelphia Flyers | |
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2023–24 Philadelphia Flyers season | |
Conference | Eastern |
Division | Metropolitan |
Founded | 1967 |
History | Philadelphia Flyers |
Home arena | Wells Fargo Center |
City | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Team colors | Orange, black, white |
Media | NBC Sports Philadelphia, 97.5 The Fanatic |
Owner(s) | Comcast Spectacor |
General manager | Daniel Brière |
Head coach | John Tortorella |
Captain | Sean Couturier |
Minor league affiliates | Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Reading Royals |
Stanley Cups | 2 (1973–74, 1974–75) |
Conference championships | 8 (1974–75, 1975–76, 1979–80, 1984–85, 1986–87, 1996–97, 2009–10, 2022–23) |
Presidents' Trophy | 0 |
Division championships | 16 (1967–68, 1972–73, 1973–74, 1974–75, 1975–76, 1976–77, 1977–78, 1984–85, 1985–86, 1986–87, 1994–95, 1995–96, 1999–2000, 2001–02, 2003–04, 2010–11) |
Official website | Flyers |
The Philadelphia Flyers are a professional ice hockey team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They are members of the Metropolitan Division in the Eastern Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). The team was established in 1967 as part of the NHL's first expansion.
History[edit | edit source]
The Philadelphia Flyers were one of six teams added to the NHL in the 1967 expansion. The team quickly found success, winning their first Stanley Cup in the 1973–74 season and repeating as champions in the 1974–75 season. The Flyers were known for their physical style of play, earning the nickname "Broad Street Bullies."
Arena[edit | edit source]
The Flyers play their home games at the Wells Fargo Center, which they share with the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The arena is located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Team Colors and Mascot[edit | edit source]
The team's colors are orange, black, and white. The Flyers' mascot, Gritty, was introduced in 2018 and has since become a popular figure among fans.
Rivalries[edit | edit source]
The Flyers have several notable rivalries, including with the Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Rangers, and New Jersey Devils. These rivalries are fueled by geographic proximity and frequent playoff matchups.
Notable Players[edit | edit source]
Some of the most notable players in Flyers history include Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, Eric Lindros, and Claude Giroux. Bobby Clarke, in particular, is celebrated for his leadership and contributions to the team's Stanley Cup victories.
Current Roster[edit | edit source]
As of the 2023–24 season, the Flyers' roster includes key players such as Sean Couturier, Carter Hart, and Travis Konecny. The team is coached by John Tortorella and managed by Daniel Brière.
Minor League Affiliates[edit | edit source]
The Flyers' primary minor league affiliates are the Lehigh Valley Phantoms of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Reading Royals of the ECHL.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- National Hockey League
- Stanley Cup
- Wells Fargo Center (Philadelphia)
- Gritty (mascot)
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- New York Rangers
- New Jersey Devils
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