Russian Rookies to Play in Rookie Games | HW 6.49

Welcome to High and Wide Radio, Episode 49 of Season 6! Your hosts, Jim Iacovone and Jack Smith, dive into the latest Flyers news and updates. We start with a shoutout to Fans of Philly, your go-to for unforgettable travel packages for Philadelphia sports fans. And guess what? John LeClair will be joining the trip to Salt Lake City! Head over to fansofphilly.com to book your travel today. Next, we discuss the Flyers' recent signing of European goalie Eetu Mäkiniemi. While it's not the goalie many fans hoped for, Jim and Jack break down what this means for the team's goaltending future, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Kolosov. We then shift gears to the highly anticipated rookie games against the New York Rangers, where Matvei Michkov could make his debut in a Flyers jersey. Jim and Jack share their excitement and expectations for these matchups, and discuss the atmosphere at the PPL Center in Allentown. The conversation gets heated as we analyze Joel Farabee's performance last season. Despite hitting career highs, Farabee's drastic fall-off in the final months left fans and hosts questioning his consistency. Can Farabee find that extra gear and sustain his performance throughout the entire season? Finally, we touch on the Flyers' goaltending tandem heading into next season. How will Sam Ersson and Ivan Fedotov fare, and what does their performance mean for the team's future? Don't miss this episode filled with passionate debates, in-depth analysis, and all the latest updates on the Flyers. Subscribe and set alerts for future episodes to stay in the loop!