On today’s episode, Russ & Rachel discuss the rumors surrounding Philadelphia Flyers top prospect Matvei Michkov & goaltender Alexsei Kolosov. Is there truth to them and what are the pros & cons of each playing in North America vs in the KHL. Then we look at the Flyers prospect forward. What should their role & goals be for next season. Finally, we present our offseason weekly listener poll question & name our Nemesis of the Week.
Listener Poll of the Week: Given Craig Berube’s hire as the new Toronto Maple Leafs head coach, Which ex Flyers Coach would you want back?
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13 Comments
Mr. Negadelphianat it again. How about it just being good that the flyers draft pick will play in the nhl. Geez its too much
They can get him over here and develop him with our coaches and it will force him to learn English faster. Also his first contract after the ELC will be cheaper at 22 rather than 24
what are you talking about him not being ready to play KHL hockey? He was a near point per game player on one of the worst teams in that league and therefore not carried by anyone else on his team. He is 100% NHL ready, just might not be the finished article
lol if Michkov didn’t have pneumonia for half the season he would’ve easily been PPG+ in the KHL playing for one of the worst teams. Not sure how that’s not good enough to play in the KHL. Also if u actually think there are gonna be clauses about his minutes per game idk what to tell ya
If NHL teams even had a hint that he could come over this soon – he wouldn’t have made it past 3rd pick. He instantly upgrades PP. Bring Bonk up next year & they will have PP that actually has some skill. I still believe Farabee can evolve into effective player on PP.
Both Russ and Rachel tends to be "half glass empty" types and it gets old listening to their negative takes. Should find another commentator or add a third with a more positive outlook. Anytime you get an NHL ready player or a talent like Michkov it makes the whole organization better. The older veterans and players that can't climb up the depth chart need to be let go and replaced with prospects with upside. Give Michkov the support staff to make sure he feels comfortable so he can concentrate on his NHL career. As far as Kolosov is concerned he's #3 on the depth chart right now, there will be a time he gets called up to the Flyers for injuries/illness that always happens during the season. If he doesn't have the confidence to work on his game to outplay and pass Fedetov/Ersson then maybe you don't want him anyway.
Is there a 3rd person you guys can bring on that is semi positive and maybe not so monotone .. ffs
You guys have no idea what your talking about
Whats wrong with developing him in the nhl if we are technically rebuilding just give him the minutes…would you rather him stay in khl and not adapt to us and risk him not coming at all….I think if there is opportunity to get him over here next season get him here and develop him in nhl and make it work…Russ always seems like he takes a positive and tries to turn it into negative.
beware of Russian players
From what little I seen of Michkov he kinda has TK before Torts tendencies. Always wanting to be agressive but sometimes at a detremant.
Excellent show, guys. There has to be a way to reasonably manage expectations, and not fall into the trap of wanting or expecting certain things to happen. This is why I'm greatly concerned about the coaching situation. The coach, and GM seem to be at odds with their ideas of team management. This conflict in my eyes has stalled the team player progression. Because of the cap space, and player needs, we need to move some kids up. We don't need any more vets that cost against the cap or who can't produce anymore. Speaking of having a linemate for Mitchkov, how about looking at Necas with Carolina? He's from the region, and his a center, and we do need a center. Your thoughts? Much appreciated, and keep up the good work. Bringing people back to reality might not be popular, but it has to be addressed in order to provide a complete, and realistic picture. Until, tomorrow.
Haven't been this happy about a player since Eric Lindros.
It's been 49 years since the Flyers last touched the Cup.
The Flyers will do what they have to do to accommodate Michkov.
Flyers brass will acclimate him into the system, Torts etc. This IS happening.
Let me be happy, dammit.