Snow the Goalie: A Flyers Podcast

Snow the Goalie is the go-to podcast for fans of the Philadelphia Flyers and the NHL. Co-hosted by Russ Joy, long-time Flyers beat reporter Anthony SanFilippo, and former Flyer Chris Therien. Snow the Goalie aims to bring quality and informed hockey conversation each week, while offering a different glimpse into the personalities of the players, coaches and executives in the sport and present them on a more personal and human level. Past guests include: Bob Clarke, Chris Pronger, Danny Briere, Keith Primeau, Alain Vigneault, Chuck Fletcher, Paul Holmgren, Ron Hextall, Travis Konecny, Travis Sanheim, and many more. 

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Unlike Flyers, NHL TV Ratings Tank
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss the Sports Business Journal report that the NHL has seen a 20%+ decline in TV ratings this season. Is the NHL losing their fans? How can they win them back? Plus, a wild story from Ottawa and whether anyone actually cares about the All-Star Game. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
26 min
127
The Network
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss the Flyers' loss to the Wild, similarities to Vancouver, and more. The guys also reflect on Ant's recent post about "The Network" and why the team continues getting stuck in hockey purgatory. Plus, words of encouragement and quick thoughts on the Eagles-49ers matchup. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
77 min
128
Provorov vs. Pride
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss the fallout from Ivan Provorov's choice to not participate in pre-game warmups with a Pride sweater. The guys talk about the Flyers' response, Scott Laughton's comments, if he's hurt his standing with the locker room, and whether or not this will hurt Provorov's trade value. Then, Ant gets into a Twitter spat with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski. Finally, the Flyers keep winning and are farther than ever from a top pick in the draft. Is that a good thing? Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
62 min
129
New Core Emerging?
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss the Flyers' hot streak, which players have stood out, and which players should stay for the rebuild. Plus, Travis Konecy's game has gotten even stronger and Ivan Provorov could be on his way out.
56 min
130
Ersson Impresses, Konecny Snubbed, Torts Hates ...
Ant, Russ, and Bundy react to the Flyers' recent wins, Samuel Ersson impressing in net, Travis Konecny being snubbed for the All-Star Game, and John Tortorella's disdain for the event. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
49 min
131
Coast-to-Coast with a Concussion, Plus an Inter...
Ant, Russ, and Bundy dive into an absolutely wild week in which Carter Hart suffered a concussion, went on IR, practiced the same day, and made the team's West Coast trip. But first, Flyers forward Owen Tippett joins the show to talk about settling in with the team, how he appreciates John Tortorella's direct coaching, and more. Thanks to all of our listeners. Happy New Year! Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
74 min
132
Community, Statement Benching, Emerging Youth
Ant, Russ, and Bundy welcome Cindy Stutman, SVP of Business Operations & Executive Director of Flyers Charities, to the show to discuss community initiatives and the return of the Flyers Carnival. The guys then discuss the benching of Kevin Hayes, zero Flyers making TSN's list of the Top-50 U-24 players, and which Flyers prospects should have made the list. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
79 min
133
Torts and Fletcher: Double Vision
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss John Tortorella's comments on the Flyers' effort and what changes could be coming. The guys then dive into the two very different visions that Tortorella and Chuck Fletcher laid out on the same day. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie Join the Snow The Goalie Twitter Community here.
71 min
134
Trading Hayes, Fletcher Out, Torts and the Media
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss Kevin Hayes' strong start to the season, how he's responded to John Tortorella's coaching, how much time Chuck Fletcher has left in his role, and who should replace him. Plus, was the Torts vs. the media outrage warranted? Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
82 min
135
The Flyers Are Who We Thought They Were
The Flyers Are Who We Thought They Were
82 min
136
The Flyers Might Be Better Than We Thought
Ant and Russ react to the Flyers' start through the first 12 games of the season, including the biggest storyline, young players stepping up, veterans rebounding, and whether the Flyers are better than expected. Plus, the guys discuss injuries to Cam Atkinson and Sean Couturier, as well as how excited they are to be done with political ads. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
67 min
137
Are the Flyers for Real?
Ant and Russ react to the Flyers' 3-1-0 start and offer thoughts on Carter Hart's play, the young guys stepping up, and early bounce back campaigns for other players. They also answer whether this team is for real and if their level of play is sustainable. Plus, reactions to other developments in the NHL through the first week of the season. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
68 min
138
Opening Night Win, Lone A, Impressive Youth
Ant, Russ, and Bundy bring some positivity following the Flyers' Opening Night win. The guys highlight players that impressed, Scott Laughton serving as the lone "A", Ivan Provorov's strong play, and more. The guys also discuss the allegations of Flyers coach John Tortorella belittling one of the trainers suing the team. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
69 min
139
Preseason Thoughts, Roster Reactions, York a Su...
Ant, Russ, and Bundy react to the Flyers' dreadful preseason, roster surprises, and potential personnel disagreements between Chuck Fletcher and John Tortorella. The guys also reassess their predictions for the first 20 games, whether they would've dealt for Alex DeBrincat now that he's signing an extension, and whether the Flyers should've kept Cam York on the roster for Opening Night. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
58 min
140
Emergency Pod: Sean Couturier Injured, Now What?
Russ, Ant, and Bundy discuss the injury to Philadelphia Flyers center Sean Couturier and the impact it will have on a team that was already banking on every player staying healthy. Plus, the guys take questions from viewers on the YouTube live stream. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
53 min
141
Camp Nears, Organizational Change, Torts Concerns
Russ, Ant, and Bundy discuss pre-camp feelings, Valerie Camillo's promotion, an ownership disconnect, and whether the team will outperform expectations. The guys also answer Twitter questions from listeners, including the best case scenario, whether the front office would survive another dismal season, whether Tortorella will name a captain, and if the coach's concerns about the locker room send a bad message to the team's leaders. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app: https://linktr.ee/snowthegoalie Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
46 min
142
Giving the Flyers a Pass?
Russ and Bundy react to an interesting few days off the ice for the Flyers. The team announced a 4-game plan, deleted a Nic Deslauriers tweet, and turned off the replies to a tweet. Bundy makes an offer to the team and the guys discuss ways for the team to improve their relationship with the fans. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel here. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
33 min
143
Searching for Positives for the 2022-23 Flyers,...
Ant, Russ, and Bundy look for potential positives to look forward to with the 2022-23 Philadelphia Flyers. Will the players buy into John Tortorella's system? Will that propel the team to a stronger-than-expected start? How will they do through the first 20 games of the season? Plus, the guys discuss the Phillies' strong play and whether there are similarities between bringing back Bryce Harper and the return of Eric Lindros in 2000. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
56 min
144
The Path Never Taken
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss an abysmal free agency period from Chuck Fletcher that has somehow united every segment of the fan base and made the Flyers the laughing stock of the national media. The guys break down what went wrong with Johnny Gaudreau, the apparent lack of a plan, fans feeling duped, and what the free agency signings will bring to the team. Plus, how would a new Sixers arena impact Comcast Spectacor and the Flyers? Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
67 min
145
NHL Draft Show: Flyers Select Cutter Gauthier, ...
Ant and Russ react to the Alex DeBrincat trade, Johnny Gaudreau speculation, the Flyers' selection of Cutter Gauthier at #5 overall, and when the aggressive retool will begin in this live episode. Plus, the guys take viewer questions, provide some poll results, and read 5-star reviews. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
61 min
146
Ellis Out, DeBrincat In?, 1-on-1 with Flyers He...
Russ and Ant break down the Ryan Ellis situation, how the Flyers will need to work the cap, and what it would take to acquire Alex DeBrincat. Plus, Flyers head coach John Tortorella joins Ant for an interview. They discuss: Changing as a coach in Columbus Developing relationships and conflicts with athletes Challenging the media Bringing the Tortorella Foundation to Philadelphia What the Tortorellas do with their down time Fishing nuances Fear of Flying Less travel with the Flyers is a good thing Dealing with the NHL schedule Recognizing athletes as people Playing guilty Teambuilding 101 Beating Tampa in the playoffs Have some personality Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
107 min
147
Philadelphia Flyers Hire John Tortorella
Ant, Russ, and Bundy react to the Philadelphia Flyers' hiring of John Tortorella as head coach. The guys discuss the agency used during the hiring process, potential conflicts of interest, whether Torts really was the #1 candidate, and what to expect. Plus, the guys talk about why this hire wasn't made in December and whether Tortorella and Chuck Fletcher will mesh. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel HERE. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
64 min
148
Bruce Cassidy and the Sunshine State
Ant and Russ discuss whether Bruce Cassidy could be considered for the Flyers' head coaching position, the 2023 Draft, Colorado advancing to the Cup Final, and which team will come out of the East. Plus, a Flyers trivia question and Twitter hangs onto the former captain. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel HERE. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
80 min
149
A Plan for the Better... or Worse.
Ant and Russ provide an update on the Flyers' search for a head coach, which key free agent the team will target, and some ways the team could look to clear cap. Could Chuck Fletcher attach a pick to JVR to move his deal? The team wouldn't buy out Oskar Lindblom, right? Plus, the guys debate whether or not short-term moves could hurt the team's long-term outlook. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel HERE. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
70 min
150
Crazy Playoffs, Ice Wars, and Flyers Coaching S...
Ant, Russ, and Bundy discuss the viral success of Ice Wars and react to a wild round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The guys then provide an update about the Flyers' search for a new head coach and offer their opinions on which candidate would be the best hire. Watch the full episode on the Crossing Broad YouTube channel HERE. Subscribe to the show ([Apple Podcasts] [Spotify] [Google Podcasts] [Amazon Music] [Stitcher] [iHeartRadio] [RSS]), leave a 5 star review (https://lovethepodcast.com/STG), and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @AntSanPhilly @JoyOnBroad @Ctherien6 @SnowTheGoalie
76 min