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The Flyers’ power play might actually, finally pose some ‘threats’

The Flyers' power play has been miserable forever. But now they might finally have the talent, and the structure, to change that.

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 12:26 PM
The Flyers’ power play might actually, finally pose some ‘threats’
Key Things to Know
  • The Flyers tested a new top power-play unit featuring Matvei Michkov, Tyson Foerster, Trevor Zegras, Porter Martone, and Jamie Drysdale.
  • Philadelphia's power play has struggled historically, failing to rank above 30th in the NHL over the last five years.
  • Assistant coaches Jaroslav Svejkovsky and Jay Varady assigned players summer tape study of top NHL power plays.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Flyers are working to improve their power play during training camp under head coach Rick Tocchet. During a practice session on Wednesday, the team utilized a top power-play unit consisting of Matvei Michkov, Tyson Foerster, Trevor Zegras, Porter Martone, and Jamie Drysdale. The unit demonstrated improved puck movement and generated clean scoring opportunities.

To address longstanding power-play struggles, assistant coaches Jaroslav Svejkovsky and Jay Varady provided players with summer study tape of top NHL players. Coach Tocchet emphasized that consistency and connection are the primary keys to developing a successful power-play structure.

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