The deal sent first- and second-round picks, along with defenseman Robert Hagg, to Buffalo. Less than a year later, Ristolainen agreed to a five-year contract extension worth an average of $5.1 million annually. He is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2027.

That’s what happened, too. Ersson kept his composure and made a number of key saves throughout the remainder of that game, allowing the Flyers to erase a 2-0 deficit and win perhaps their best game of the season 4-3 over the defending Stanley Cup champions.

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen has been a target of criticism for the team this season, but head coach John Tortorella firmly defended him when speaking to the media.

The Philadelphia Flyers (21-20-6) practiced at their training facility Monday ahead of Tuesday night’s matchup against the 21-21-4 Detroit Red Wings.

John Tortorella shared his thoughts following the Philadelphia Flyers' 3-2 loss in a shootout to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday at Nationwide Arena.

When John Tortorella confirmed that Ivan Fedotov had earned the role of the Flyers' No. 2 goaltender, it carried the weight of genuine respect—not only for Fedotov's recent play but for the remarkable journey that brought him here.

The Detroit Red Wings' four-game road swing got off to a strong start, but the momentum hasn't translated to the remainder of the trek as the team heads into Tuesday's trip to face the Philadelphia Flyers.

John Tortorella's Philadelphia Flyers (20-20-6) are in Newark on Saturday afternoon to take on Sheldon Keefe's New Jersey Devils (26-15-6).

Sam Ersson is back in net for the Flyers. The Flyers' top goalie has not played since suffering a lower-body injury against the San Jose Sharks on New Year’s Eve. He stopped all 15 shots he faced in the first 40 minutes but did not come out for the third period.

When the Flyers acquired Jamie Drysdale, they knew they were getting a player with high potential but one who was still developing.

The Philadelphia Flyers are battling for a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Flyers collapsed at the end of last season and missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs as a result. They decided to keep head coach John Tortorella despite the unfortunate outcome.

John Tortorella's Philadelphia Flyers (19-20-6) are in Elmont on Thursday evening to take on Patrick Roy's New York Islanders (17-19-7).