Synopsis
A podcast for Philadelphia Flyers fans who want the perspective of locals who have followed the team for 30+ years. O&B Puckcast host Isaiah is joined by Philly podcast veteran Chef B, representing the voice of the fan. Follow the show on twitter: O&B Puckcast@isaiah_520
Episodes
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O&B Puckcast Episode #282 WJC Preview with The Prospect Don
16/12/2025 Duration: 01h27minIsaiah, Chef and Dan are back with the latest edition of the O&B Puckcast, joined by Anthony Donati (@TheProspectDon / @DraftProHockey on X) for a preview of the upcoming World Junior Championship. The group breaks down which Flyers prospects will be participating and what to expect from them on the international stage. The panel also weighs in on the Quinn Hughes trade discussion and the growing concerns surrounding the Flyers' ability to acquire true top-end talent at center and on defense. The episode wraps up with a look at the Flyers' recent play, the sustainability of their playoff push, the latest from the NHL rumor mill, and much more. (Check out more from Anthony Donati at: draftprospectshockey.com) Photo credit: Michigan State University Hockey Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://y
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O&B Puckcast Episode #281 Flyers In the Playoff Chase with Mike Fink
09/12/2025 Duration: 01h44minIsaiah and Chef return after a Thanksgiving week hiatus with Episode 281 of the O&B Puckcast, joined by Mike Fink of HockeyHotStove.com. On tonight's show, the trio examine whether the Flyers' current status as a playoff contender is sustainable—and what issues the team must address to remain in the hunt. From there, the panel breaks down recent game action before diving into the latest changes with the Flyers' AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The discussion includes head coach John Snowden and his staff, along with spotlighting prospects who have legitimate NHL potential. The show also tackles recent rumors involving Owen Tippett and the Vancouver Canucks, Flyers system adjustments, Michkov on the left wing, Travis Konecny's puck-management struggles, a special show announcement and much more. Photo credit: Rob Windfelder Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media
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O&B Puckcast Episode #280 Flyers Rebuild to Nowhere with Anthony DiMarco
24/11/2025 Duration: 01h29minIsaiah and Chef return with a special Sunday edition of the O&B Puckcast, joined by Anthony DiMarco of DailyFaceoff.com. On today's show, the trio break down the Flyers' recent games and dive into the Thanksgiving-week hot stove and trade landscape—including rumors that the team is seeking another center and the timing of a potential Trevor Zegras re-signing. From there, the panel takes another look at the Flyers' rebuild, comparing it to clubs that have executed a more complete teardown. With many fans wondering whether the current approach can truly produce a Stanley Cup contender, we tackle the topic from every angle to provide an objective assessment. Enjoy this one as we head into a busy stretch of games and the Thanksgiving holiday! *Correction: On today's show, Isaiah referred to a Sportsnet article discussing 19 year olds who belong in the AHL, NOT the NHL as he mentioned. Photo credit: Rob Windfelder Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithfu
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O&B Puckcast Episode #279 Flat Flyers, Rising Prospects with Bill Meltzer
18/11/2025 Duration: 01h35minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan return with a new O&B Puckcast as we welcome Bill Meltzer from flyers.nhl.com and hockeyhotstove.com. On tonight's show, we take a brief step away from the Flyers' on-ice storylines to get our first look at how several top prospects are performing almost a quarter of the way into their seasons. From Porter Martone and Jett Luchanko to Alex Bump and Denver Barkey, we dig into Bill's insights on their early progress. (
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O&B Puckcast Episode #278 Mercurial Flyers Musings with Kevin Durso
11/11/2025 Duration: 01h35minIsaiah, Chef, and guest panelist Ron Mont (rnjmediasports.com) are back with a fresh O&B Puckcast, teaming up with Kevin Durso from 97.3 ESPN to dive into a wild week for the Flyers, both on and off the ice. We break down a mercurial run where the Flyers managed to snag 5 out of 6 points, including a big bounce-back from Dan Vladar. Plus, we dig into Matvei Michkov's four-month hiatus and what it might mean going forward. The crew gets into the heated Sean Couturier chatter—are the critiques fair, or are folks missing the big picture? We also look back on Pelle Lindbergh's legacy, 40 years after his tragic death, and pay respects to former Flyers captain Mel Bridgman, who passed away at 70. Photo credit: Michael Reaves Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8v
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O&B Puckcast Episode #277 Flyers Mixed Bag with Jordan Hall
04/11/2025 Duration: 01h09minIsaiah and Chef are back with a new O&B Puckcast, joined by special guest Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia (https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/ • @JHallNBCS on X). We recap the Flyers' last four games and break down their first month of the season — including injuries to Samuel Ersson, Tyson Foerster and Sean Couturier, Dan Vladar's first sub-par outing, the offensive spark of Trevor Zegras, the (finally!) imminent arrival of Matvei Michkov, Emil Andrae's spot on the organizational treadmill, and much more. Photo credit: Michael Reaves Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #276 Flyers Show Resilience with Jason Myrtetus
28/10/2025 Duration: 01h18minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan return with a new O&B Puckcast, joined by special guest Jason Myrtetus (flyersbroadcastnetwork.com, @jasonmyrt on X). They discuss recent Flyers game recaps, Dan Vladar's rise as a starting goaltender, Trevor Zegras' breakout performance, Jett Luchanko's demotion, struggles for TK and Michkov, injury updates on Ristolainen and Bonk, and much more! Photo credit: Michael Reaves Link to order Sam Carchidi's new book, *Bullies* : https://a.co/d/43uIR6X Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #275 Flyers First Foray
16/10/2025 Duration: 01h11sIsaiah, Chef, and Dan are back with another O&B Puckcast, kicking off the first week of the Rick Tocchet era for the #Flyers! The trio dives into early game recaps, Emil Andrae’s brief recall, the buzz around Zamula’s agent drama, the Cates line’s strong performance, Michkov’s slow start, the iconic Bernie Parent replica mask, and much more! Photo credit: Rob Windfelder Link to order Sam Carchidi’s new book, *Bullies* : https://a.co/d/43uIR6X Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #274 Flyers Season Preview with Anthony Mingioni
09/10/2025 Duration: 01h43minJoin Isaiah, Chef, and Dan as they welcome Anthony Mingioni from Off The Post Radio and hockeyhotstove.com for our special Season Preview Event! We dive into the Philadelphia Flyers' final roster moves, set the lines and power play units, analyze the team’s chances for success, and deliver bold predictions for the Flyers’ season and other hockey happenings. Don’t miss this action-packed episode! Photo credit: Michael Reaves, flyersnittygritty.com Link to order Sam Carchidi’s new book, *Bullies* : https://a.co/d/43uIR6X Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #273 Bernie and the Bullies with Sam Carchidi
30/09/2025 Duration: 01h21minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan are joined by Hockey News columnist Sam Carchidi (@BroadStBull on X) to honor the late Flyers legend Bernie Parent with a career retrospective, celebrating his remarkable legacy. They also discuss Sam's upcoming book, Bullies, which offers a fresh perspective on the Flyers' greatest era. Additionally, Sam shares his insights on the Flyers' current rebuilding timeline, provides updates from the team's training camp, including the 3rd pair defensemen competition, and offers observations from recent preseason games. Link to order *Bullies* : https://a.co/d/43uIR6X Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #272 Remembering Bernie l Flyers Early Camp Report with Anthony DiMarco
22/09/2025 Duration: 01h18minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan are back with another O&B Puckcast, joined by special guest Anthony DiMarco (dailyfaceoff.com, @ADiMarco25 on X). They honor Bernie Parent and dive into the latest from Flyers training camp, covering key battles, Tocchet’s pairing strategy, The Flyers Way, interior play, and more! Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #271 Flyers Training Camp Preview with Jason Myrtetus
16/09/2025 Duration: 01h38minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan return with another exciting episode! Joined by special guest Jason Myrtetus (flyersbroadcastnetwork.com and @jasonmyrt on X) from the Flyers broadcast team, they dive into the Ivan Fedotov trade, preview Flyers training camp with key positional battles, recap this past weekend’s rookie camp games, discuss the latest news regarding Carter Hart, and more! Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #270 Flyers Rookie Camp Preview with Bill Meltzer
09/09/2025 Duration: 01h16minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan return, joined by Flyers insider Bill Meltzer (hockeyhotstove.com), to preview the Philadelphia Flyers’ Rookie Camp. We discuss key rookies to watch, the exhibition schedule, new NHL rules and their potential impact on Jett Luchanko. We also remember Ken Dryden, cover the AHL trade involving JR Avon, the Happy Valley Showdown, and more! Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X and Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #269 Around the League with Specter's Hockey
26/08/2025 Duration: 01h56minJoin hosts Isaiah and Chef, along with guest panelist Ron Mont from the Steel Flyers Network (steelflyers.com), as they welcome Lyle Richardson of spectorshockey.net for their annual Around the League episode. The panel evaluates all 32 NHL teams, analyzing each club’s offseason changes and their prospects for the upcoming season. The discussion also covers the John Snowden hiring in Lehigh Valley, the Flyers-Ryan Johansen arbitration decision, a health update on Tyson Foerster, updates on Xfinity Mobile Arena, and more! Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #268 Flyers Prospect Pipeline Review with The Prospect Don
05/08/2025 Duration: 01h22minJoin Isaiah, Chef, and Dan as they welcome special guest @TheProspectDon (YouTube: UCjkLX69AqIYLFIagsM1PZAg) for an engaging episode of the Puckcast. They dive into: - Ranking the Philadelphia Flyers' top prospects - Comparing the Flyers' and Chicago Blackhawks' rebuild strategies - Recapping the World Junior Summer Showcase, highlighting Flyers standouts - And more! Catch the Puckcast livestream on YouTube, X, or Facebook, crafted for Flyers Faithful. Like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #267 Flyers News Roundup
29/07/2025 Duration: 01h04minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan dive into the latest Flyers news, breaking down Lehigh Valley Phantom staff changes, Porter Martone’s NCAA commitment, Matvei Michkov’s recent comments and how they reflect on Rick Tocchet's system changes, World Junior Summer Showcase updates, and speculation on Carter Hart’s future in the NHL. Catch the Puckcast’s YouTube livestream debut, alongside streams on X and Facebook, for an engaging Flyers recap! Like, subscribe and join the conversation. #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #266 Flyers Off Season Wrap-Up with Kevin Durso
08/07/2025 Duration: 01h36minIn this lively episode of the O&B Puckcast, hosts Isaiah, Chef, and Dan are joined by special guest Kevin Durso from 97.3 ESPN to dive into the latest Philadelphia Flyers news. The crew breaks down the team’s recent free agent signings, analyzes their draft picks, and recaps the standout moments from Development Camp. With GM Danny Briere at the helm, the hosts and Kevin ponder whether the Flyers have more moves up their sleeve to bolster the roster and wonder which of the team's prospects could be ready for the leap to the big club. Streamed live on X and Facebook, this episode is a must-listen for any die-hard O&B supporter. #NHL #Flyers Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated
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O&B Puckcast Episode #265 Flyers Draft Recap with The Draft Analyst
01/07/2025 Duration: 01h44minJoin hosts Isaiah, Chef, and Dan for a dynamic episode of the O&B Puckcast, diving deep into the Philadelphia Flyers' latest NHL Draft with special guest Steve Kournianos (TheDraftAnalyst.Substack.com). This episode breaks down the Flyers' draft picks, featuring a head-to-head analysis of prospects Martone vs. Hagens, a debate on Nesbitt’s value versus other opportunities and excitement over the team’s second-round haul. Plus, uncovering possible later round sleepers, a sneak peek at the July 1st free agency preview, and much more!
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O&B Puckcast Special: Flyers Snag Zegras in Draft Week Trade with The Prospect Don
24/06/2025 Duration: 01h26minIsaiah, Chef, and Dan are back with an exciting episode diving into the Flyers trade for Trevor Zegras and their strategy for the upcoming NHL Draft! Joined by prospect expert @TheProspectDon (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjkLX69AqIYLFIagsM1PZAg), we unpack the Flyers’ acquisition of the dynamic 24-year-old center from Anaheim in exchange for Ryan Poehling, a 2025 second-round pick (#45), and a 2026 fourth-round pick. We discuss how Zegras fits into the Flyers’ rebuild, his potential to boost their top-six, and what this means for their draft approach. Plus, we break down key decisions surrounding their #6 overall pick, potential draft strategies, and how top prospects stack up. Don’t miss this jam-packed episode for all things Flyers, Zegras, and draft talk Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings
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O&B Puckcast Episode #263 Flyers Draft Preview '25 with Shane Malloy and Russ Cohen
17/06/2025 Duration: 01h51minJoin hosts Isaiah, Chef and Dan with guests Russ Cohen (sportsology.com, lockedonpodcasts.com) and Shane Malloy (SiriusXM NHL Radio, hockeyprospectradio.com) as they dive into the Philadelphia Flyers' strategy for the upcoming NHL Draft. They break down the best prospects for picks #6, #22, and #32, discuss potential draft-day trades, 2nd round possibilities and the Luchanko dilemma. A must-listen for Flyers fans! Follow @FlyersKnitty and @HockeyHStove for more. #Flyers #NHLDraft Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8 Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated