Matvei Michkov, who ‘needed a break,’ dazzles in Flyers’ impressive victory
PHILADELPHIA — Why, yes, the suggestion that Philadelphia Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov, who struggled for weeks going into the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off, was gassed from the grind two-thirds of the way through his first NHL season has merit.
As the rookie goes through the process of trying to figure out the NHL, his coach will be there to push his buttons from time to time.
The Philadelphia Flyers' handling of Matvei Michkov has ignited a firestorm of debate amongst onlookers, who are (and have been) arguing over whether or not Michkov's development is being stifled.
A little rust is to be expected after a two-week break. But the amount of rust the Edmonton Oilers showed on Saturday ...
With 16 goals and 36 points overall on the season, Michkov does have his place in the Calder Trophy conversation for Rookie ...
Sean Couturier’s line was brilliant Saturday afternoon, leading the Flyers to a 6-3 win over the Oilers at the Wells Fargo ...
The Flyers came out flying after a two-week break, and Sean Couturier’s line stole the show in a 6-3 win over the Oilers at Wells Fargo Center.
Matvei Michkov and Sean Couturier each had a goal and two assists, Owen Tippett scored a pair of goals and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 on Saturday.
Having watched both players for quite some time now and covering Matvei Michkov this season, I think I have some perspective.
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