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Flyers Lap: Leads Talk, How to Develop Goalkeepers
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Mastering the Art of Goalkeeping: Insights from Flyers Lap and Leading Experts

July 20, 2025 3 Min Read
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The Philadelphia Flyers are not typically seen as a team focused on developing prospects or goalkeepers, but they seem poised to change that narrative. For regular readers of my columns, you know I’ve returned to writing almost daily, much like “Bayley’s Everyday”—blending conversation, relevance, and insight. Although producing content late in the summer can be challenging, Hockey News decided this time was perfect for regular updates.

This offseason, prospects are the hot topic around the Flyers. General Manager Danny Briere and his team have kept a low profile in terms of major trades or signings, putting their faith largely in player development. While not every pick from the 2025 NHL Draft was perfect, the Flyers managed to secure more promising talent than many other teams—a subjective observation dependent on how one ranks prospects.

Looking at goalies, the Flyers’ top prospect, Egor Zamula, didn’t make it onto a recent top 20 NHL goalie prospects list. Meanwhile, the Anaheim Ducks offer a good example of goalie development success. Their 25-year-old goalie, Lucas Dostal, recently earned a five-year, $32.5 million contract after steadily progressing through various leagues—from playing in Finland’s Liiga and the AHL to securing a full-time NHL starting role by 2023-24.

Comparatively, Flyers’ goalie Sam Ersson saw modest NHL exposure starting in 2021-22, mostly playing in the AHL. With recent challenges, including losing Carter Hart and struggling to solidify a backup goalie, Ersson has played 98 NHL games over the past two seasons. The Flyers now face a decision whether to continue with him or look for fresh talent.

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Notably, the Flyers haven’t drafted goalies in the last two drafts, leaving four young goalies—Ersson, Alexei Korosov, Carson Bjarnasson, and Egor Zamula—as their key prospects. Since goalie development can span over five years, maintaining a steady supply of talent is critical to avoiding pipeline gaps.

Fan Take: This spotlight on goalie development highlights how vital patient nurturing of talent is for a team’s long-term success. For hockey fans, the Flyers’ potential turnaround in this department could signal a new era of competitiveness and exciting young talent in the NHL.

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