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24-05-2025
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Flyers' Sam Ersson's World Championship Run Ends in Semifinals
(Header/feature image courtesy of The Hockey News' Megan DeRuchie) Sweden's quest for gold came to a crashing halt in the semifinals of the IIHF World Championship on Saturday, falling 6–2 to a red-hot United States team. Det blir förlust för Tre Kronor mot USA med 2-6. William Nylander och Elias Lindholm fick Avicii Arena att explodera av glädje. Hoppet tändes och Tre Kronor öste på. Ett hopp som släcktes i och med en kontring som gav 2-5. Sista målet i tomt mål. 🇸🇪🏒 — Tre Kronor (@Trekronorse) May 24, 2025 Sam Ersson, the lone Philadelphia Flyers player left in the tournament, didn't start the game but was called in to relieve starter Jacob Markström after Sweden fell behind. Though the loss ends Sweden's run in disappointing fashion, Ersson's individual performance throughout the tournament was a bright spot. The 25-year-old goaltender showed poise, composure, and a bounce-back mentality—qualities that had come under scrutiny during a challenging 2024–25 Flyers season in which he dealt with injuries and less-than-ideal individual stats. In this tournament, Ersson reminded everyone why the Flyers believe in him. His calm presence in the crease and ability to make timely saves helped Sweden reach the final four, and he consistently gave his team a chance to win in earlier matchups. For fans quick to catastrophize his NHL struggles, Ersson's strong showing on the international stage was a needed reminder: this is still a young goalie finding his footing in the world's toughest league. And performances like this one suggest he's headed in the right direction. While Sweden will now have to regroup and aim for bronze, Ersson leaves the tournament with his confidence rebuilt and his potential reaffirmed—a silver lining for both his national team and the Flyers heading into next season.
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22-05-2025
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Flyers Trio Bows Out of World Championship as Denmark Stuns Canada
(Header/feature image courtesy of The Hockey News' Megan DeRuchie) A trio of Philadelphia Flyers players saw their run at the IIHF World Championship come to an abrupt and shocking end Thursday, as Team Canada was upset 2–1 by Denmark in the quarterfinals. Game over. / Match fini. 🇨🇦🇩🇰 📊 | #MondialMasculin — Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) May 22, 2025 Travis Sanheim, Travis Konecny, and Tyson Foerster all suited up for the Canadians in the tournament, but none will leave with a medal. Sanheim scored Canada's lone goal in the loss. Konecny and Foerster were held off the scoresheet in the loss, though both had solid tournament performances overall. Konecny, in particular, had been a playmaking force leading into the quarterfinal, while Foerster brought his trademark shot and energy to Canada's forward group. Sanheim, who had been one of Canada's steadiest defenders throughout the event, capped off his tournament with a goal and logged major minutes on the blue line. The loss, however, leaves a bitter taste for a Canadian squad that entered the game as heavy favorites. Meanwhile, Flyers goaltender Sam Ersson remains alive in the tournament. He's been strong in net for Team Sweden, who recorded a 5-2 win over Czechia to advance to the semifinals, where they will face off against the United States. Ersson has drawn praise for his calm, composed presence in goal—an encouraging sign for Philadelphia fans after a demanding NHL season. For Sanheim, Konecny, and Foerster, it's a disappointing end to an otherwise promising showing. While the quarterfinal exit stings, the experience of high-pressure international play—and the opportunity to establish themselves for future Canada teams—can only benefit them moving forward.
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30-01-2025
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Three Takeaways From Flyers Loss vs. Devils
The Flyers faced a tough night in Newark, falling 5-0 to the Devils in their third meeting in two weeks. While Philadelphia had controlled the previous two matchups, New Jersey came out determined to make a statement and broke the game wide open in the second period. Despite a valiant effort, the Flyers were unable to match the Devils' offensive surge or overcome their own fatigue as they navigated a grueling Metro Division schedule. View the to see embedded media. After a competitive and scoreless first period, things got sticky for the Flyers in the second. The Devils found space to exploit Philadelphia's defensive structure, and their elite power play finally cracked the Flyers' penalty kill, which had been strong in previous games. New Jersey capitalized on quick puck movement and crisp passing to generate high-danger chances, making life difficult for Sam Ersson. Once the floodgates opened, the Devils didn't let up. Philadelphia's defensive discipline faltered under pressure, and New Jersey's forwards were relentless in finding seams and creating opportunities. The Flyers, meanwhile, struggled to generate sustained offensive pressure, often finding themselves pinned in their own zone. Dish it to your brother? Not this time 😈📺: @NHL_On_TNT & @SportsonMax ➡️ — NHL (@NHL) January 30, 2025 After allowing four goals, Sam Ersson was pulled in favor of Ivan Fedotov midway through the second period. However, John Tortorella was quick to clarify that the decision wasn't a reflection of Ersson's play. "[It was] nothing about Erss," he told media postgame. "I wanted to get Feds some work." Ersson made several key saves early in the game to keep the Flyers in it, but New Jersey's offensive onslaught eventually became too much. Tortorella's decision to protect Ersson and prepare Fedotov for his upcoming start reflects thoughtful roster management amid a demanding schedule. "You can just see how much he cares and how hard he works for this team," forward Garnet Hathaway told reporters postgame. "Every guy in this room would have wanted to see a better outcome for his sake. It should have been far worse if it wasn't for the way he played." Fedotov looked solid in relief, stopping multiple high-quality chances, which should give him confidence heading into Thursday's matchup. One of the more concerning moments of the game came in the second period when Owen Tippett took a huge open-ice hit in the neutral zone. Tippett did not return to the game, and there has been no official update on his condition. Brenden Dillon caught Owen Tippett with a hit and Torts is FIRED UP — B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) January 30, 2025 "It didn't look like he had [the puck]," defenseman Travis Sanheim told media postgame. "Obviously an unfortunate pass by me. I see him in the middle, [but] I don't see the weak-side D coming across. I just tried to make an area play, and it's unfortunate, the outcome of it." Losing Tippett for any length of time would be a significant blow to the Flyers. He has been one of their most dynamic offensive players this season, using his speed and strength to create scoring chances and generate momentum. The Flyers will be hoping for good news regarding his status, especially as they continue grinding through a packed schedule.
