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Sam Carchidi
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Sam Carchidi
@BroadStBull
Inquirer alum & Hockey News columnist. Co-creator of Bullies, an upcoming TV series on the fabled Flyers of yesteryear. Author of 6 sports-related books.
00:00- Source: Wayne Simmonds will strongly consider the #Flyers when free agency starts July 1. "He loves Philadelphia," the source said.
- After 46 wonderful years at The Inquirer, I’ve accepted the buyout & will start a new phase in my life. Thanks to all my great editors & amazing colleagues, & thanks to all our passionate readers. It’s been my pleasure — and I still plan to do some #Flyers freelance work. Cheers!
- #Flyers coach Alain Vigneault took this photo of his parents, Maurice and Loraine, in May. He said his mom is battling dementia,and this was one of his happiest days after his 14-day quarantine because his mom recognized him.
- This is the 53rd year that the legendary Lou Nolan has been the @NHLFlyers’ PA announcer. Before that, he worked alongside Joe Kadlec in the PR department. He is the only person who has worked for the Flyers since their inception in 1967-68. Bravo, Lou!
- Shoutout to @penguins owner Mario Lemieux, cancer survivor, for reaching out to @oskarlindblom during his cancer battle. #Flyers
- Raise your hand, Philly fans, if the @FlaPanthers just became your favorite team through the Stanley Cup playoffs. #Flyers
- Robert Haag, with tears in his eyes, jokingly says Oskar Lindblom is like his “annoying little brother.” The two Swedes are extremely close. Hagg was with Lindblom when he was given the diagnosis and he got choked up as he recalled the conversation. #Flyers
- Update: Nolan Patrick is skating without issues and able to sleep much better because headaches have diminished. Still some hurdles but it’s sounding optimistic. #Flyers
- Oskar Lindblom. ...welcome back. #Flyers
