PHLY Philadelphia Flyers Podcast

Elton Hermansson is one of the most intriguing prospects available in the 2026 NHL Draft class. Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down the skilled Swedish winger's game in his latest prospect profile, as Hermansson has climbed draft boards thanks to his elite puck skills, offensive creativity, smooth skating, and standout performances against professional competition in Sweden. 

After a dominant showing at the 2026 IIHF U18 World Championship, many scouts believe Hermansson has legitimate first-round upside. Could the Philadelphia Flyers target Hermansson if he's available when they're on the clock? With his combination of scoring ability, transition play, and top-six offensive potential, he could be exactly the type of high-upside forward the Flyers' rebuild needs. Some evaluators view him as a potential boom-or-bust prospect, while others see a future NHL top-six winger. 

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HAPPY FRIDAY! Today, we’re diving deeper into some of the louder rumors circling South Philly/South Jersey, discussing the Flyers’ reported interest in Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Darnell Nurse, as well as the link between Ottawa wanting Rasmus Ristolainen and Danny Briere coveting one of Shane Pinto, Ridly Greig and Dylan Cozens.

Plus, we’re going to have a mini-F Around Friday, talking about the best Flyers’ names since 2000, a little Phantoms history, and more!

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Charlie O'Connor of the PHLY Flyers Podcast breaks down the rise of Swedish center Alexander Command, one of the fastest-rising prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft class. The Örebro HK prospect put together an outstanding season in Sweden, producing at a high level in the J20 Nationell while also earning time in the SHL against professional competition. 

Scouts have praised his hockey IQ, playmaking ability, compete level, and two-way game. With the Flyers holding the 21st overall pick, Command could be an intriguing option if he remains available.

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HAPPY MAILBAG THURSDAY! With no Charlie today, let’s have a little fun answering questions from listeners about Danny Briere’s draft and offseason to-do list, what NHL franchise Bill would put a curse on, how lofty our expectations for Porter Martone should be going into his Calder-eligible season, whether it’s actually time to add veteran talent on big-money contracts, and all sorts of other Flyers questions, plus a few more ridiculous ones, as well.

DON’T FORGET TO RSVP TO THE PHLY DRAFT PARTY, NEXT FRIDAY JUNE 26 AT YARDS BREWING: https://allphly.com/event/phly-flyers-live-nhl-draft-show-with-broad-street-hockey/

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Danny Briere checked a major box off his summer priority list yesterday, shoring up the backup goalie position by trading for Joseph Woll, along with defenseman Simon Benoit, and shipping out pending RFAs Emil Andrae and Sam Ersson, with a third round pick. Today, we’re grading Briere’s move, and discussing what’s next for the the Flyers offseason plan as Philadelphia looks to make incremental improvements following a Stanley Cup Playoff berth and round 1 win in 2025-26.

Charlie & Bill discuss the latest on John Carlson, free agency and trade rumors, and much more! 

 

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