Orange and Backcheck

An in-depth look to all things Philadelphia Flyers and the NHL From game by game analysis to the front office decisions everything you'll need to know, in one podcast.

Sports
Hockey
151
Philly vs. Boston Recap
Scott and Bill give an instant reaction to the Flyers' first game and win of the round-robin against Boston and give a what-to-watch for in tomorrow night's matchup of Washington and Tampa before they each play the Flyers.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
44 min
152
We Made It, Hockey Is Back
Hockey has returned! After 4 long months, Scott and Bill give a preview of what to expect in Tuesday afternoon's scrimmage between the Flyers and Penguins and also discuss what the Flyers need to do to get back to where they were in March just before the stoppage. Also, the fiasco that occurred in the MLB proves the NHL actually knew what they were doing when it came to planning all of this. Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
54 min
153
The NHL Bubble Works!
Scott and Bill discuss this week the apparent success the bubble is for the NHL (and the NBA). A sign of optimism for sports after their sudden stop and uncertainty back in March. Sean Couturier is a Selke Finalist and AV is up for the Jack Adams and are the Flyers still the best team in the city heading back to the restart?  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/  
60 min
154
Training Camp Opens!
Scott and Bill discuss the re-opening of training camp for the NHL as they push forward with their return-to-play plan despite 2 teams announcing they either have players testing positive for the coronavirus or quarantining for possible exposure. The Flyers appear to be in high spirits and ready to go after their first day of camp and Carter Hart gets high praise already back in camp day 1.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
52 min
155
NHL and NHLPA Extend the CBA
Scott and Bill discuss the NHL and NHLPA agreeing on the next phase of the return to play, their agreement on the CBA extension through the 2025-2026 season, and Oskar Lindblom finishes his cancer treatment!  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
48 min
156
What Just Happened in the NHL Draft Lottery
Scott and Bill have a live reaction to the results of the NHL draft lottery and its craziness. Also, more NHL and pro sports athletes are contracting the coronavirus, is this a bad sign for sports?  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
43 min
157
The Hockey Diversity Alliance
Scott and Bill discuss the importance of the formation of the Hockey Diversity Alliance group. A group focused on addressing the issue of racism in the hockey world and ways to make the best sport on the planet more accessible to all people.  Support towards groups like the Black Girl Hockey Club (@BlackGirlHockey) is just one way to extend support to a great cause.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
45 min
158
The NHL Makes the Correct Choice
Scott and Bill discussed the NHL clearly being fans of the pod and heeding their advice to expand the entire playoffs to a best-of-seven and re-seeding after each round, including the play-in round. They also discuss how the NHL could really take advantage of the chaos happening with Major League Baseball struggling to come back.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
47 min
159
The Bigger Picture
Scott and BIll discuss the NHL's full plan for the playoffs and what they should consider adjusting before the start in late July/early August. They then turn their attention to the bigger issue at hand, George Floyd and figuring out ways to reach solutions involving every person.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
31 min
160
Making Sense of NHL's Escrow Problem
Scott and Bill discuss the official proposed 24-team playoff bracket for the return of the NHL. Teams are all for it except for two: Carolina and Tampa Bay who are softies. They also discuss the impending issues of escrow for the NHL for the cap in the future.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
65 min
161
The 24-Team Playoff
Scott and Bill discuss the NHL inching closer to returning with the 24-team playoff bracket. Also, the reason for last week's hiatus and the Curb/Seinfeld narrows to the FInal 4.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
61 min
162
The NHL Loves Making More Problems for Itself
Scott and Bill discuss NHL players staying fit in hope for a return of the NHL season but they're sudden desire to hold the Entry Draft in June before attempting to complete the regular season and award the Stanley Cup. A true bonehead move, again, by the NHL. They also discuss which Flyers team/era would be the best for a documentary series in honor of "The Last Dance."  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
71 min
163
Gary Bettman's New Plan
Scott and Bill discuss NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman's new plan to resume the NHL season and head into the playoffs. Also, the upcoming TV contract for the NHL is approaching and what it could mean for the future of the sport. Of course, they conclude with a discussion on what they're watching during the quarantine
64 min
164
Lets Get Really Crazy.....Two Playoffs
The is week Scott and Bill save hockey by going totally off the rails and discuss the possibility of two playoff brackets! Yes, two!  Also, Curb vs. Seinfeld bracket is narrowed to the final 8.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
57 min
165
Filling Time Without Hockey
Scott and BIll discuss their continued lives without hockey and what they're attempting to do to fill that void. They discuss the positive of the NHL season going on pause: Flyers are getting healthy and Carter Hart is still the Golden Boy for the playoffs.  Finally, the Curb vs. Seinfeld episode bracket is narrowed down to the final 16.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
65 min
166
When Hockey Could Come Back
Scott and Bill discuss the week for the NHL continuing to pause specific events like the Entry Draft and Combine for prospects as they try to bring hockey back and award the Stanley Cup for the 19'-20' NHL season. It's also the debut of the Seinfeld v. Curb bracket.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
49 min
167
What a Week
Scott and Bill discuss the "pause" on the NHL season amid the COVID-19 pandemic and if we'll see a team awarded the Stanley Cup this year and that would even be. Crazy times folks, wash your hands. 
46 min
168
Flyers Preview of the Week
Scott previews this week's Flyers schedule  3/10 Boston Bruins 3/12 @ Tampa Bay Lightning  3/14 Minnesota Wild 3/15 Edmonton Oilers 
2 min
169
Flyers Continue Crazy Hot Streak
Scott and Bill discuss the Flyers' continued success as their win streak extended to 9 this week. They also wonder if any other coach could have turned this team around other than AV. Also, an interesting twist might be coming to the playoffs that would affect every playoff team. 
50 min
170
Week Preview-3/4-3/8
Scott gives the Flyers preview of the week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook.  3/4/20-@ Washington Capitals  3/5/20-Carolina Hurricanes  3/7/20-Buffalo Sabres 
2 min
171
Alain Vigneault Appreciation and Mike Milbury I...
This week Scott and Bill take a look at Alain Vigneault's coaching being the driver behind the late push by the Flyers this season. They also discussed the expected workload increase for Carter Hart as the season winds down and they make the final push into the playoffs. Big announcement as well thanks to you the listeners!  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
37 min
172
Week Preview: 2/25-3/1
Scott gives the Flyers preview of the week ahead 2/25-San Jose Sharks  2/28- New York Rangers  3/1- @ New York Rangers 
2 min
173
The Entire Metro Division Gears Up For The Play...
This week Scott and Bill breakdown the trade deadline moves made by the Metro division. Every team made some type of move to get set for a Cup run, including the Flyers. Flyers added two centers in Nate Thompson and Derek Grant.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
45 min
174
Week Preview 2/18-2/22
Orange and Backcheck's weekly preview for the Flyers 2/18-Columbus Blue Jackets 2/20-Columbus Blue Jackets 2/22-Winnipeg Jets  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
1 min
175
Are the Flyers Banking on Nolan Patrick Instead...
Scott and Bill debate the likelihood the Flyers will make a trade by next Monday's trade deadline while rumors circulate around Nolan Patrick's return. They also breakdown their 3-3 week against some top tier opponents.  Follow us: https://twitter.com/OBackcheck Like us: https://www.facebook.com/oabackcheck/
40 min