In this special episode, Ant is joined by Philadelphia Flyers Director of Hockey Analytics Ian Anderson. The guys discuss how Ian got into analytics and has risen to his current role with the organization. He also pulls back the curtain on what kinds of data are used, how video plays a role, and gives insight into just how different public models are versus what the team uses.

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With less than a month until the trade deadline, NRD joins Ant and Russ to discuss the latest Flyers-related rumors. Topics include:

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Ant welcomes Anthony Di Marco from the Fourth Period and The Brotherly Pod to the show, and the two nerd out on Flyers conversation. Topics covered are the end of Sean Couturier's season; other injured players who may not play again until the Fall; GM Chuck Fletcher basically flipping the focus from trying to rally the team and get on a playoff run, to focusing on the trade deadline; Ant and Ant had the latest on Claude Giroux and where he might go and if Rasmus Ristolainen will be traded; Additionally, they discuss Danny Briere's assessment that the Flyers aren't as far off as it might seem, and break down what it will take to flip the script from this season to next. The guys also discuss possible new coach hires and talk about all the new hires in the Hockey Operations department and how an investment there is a great first step to recovery for the Flyers. 

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy cover a ton of ground in this one. They discuss Claude Giroux as the Metro Division captain, his final stretch as a Flyer, and how the Flyers organization might be making positive strides with fans. Then Ant and Russ react to the horrific exchange between Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz and Chicago reporters. The guys also ponder whether the Flyers should name a captain after Giroux is dealt.

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy react to one of the strangest press conferences in Flyers history. The guys ponder the meaning of Dave Scott's appearance, fact check a number of points, and look for indications of what is to come. Plus, a listener letter is read and five star reviews are read.

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy get into a heated debate about when, not if, the Flyers should trade Claude Giroux. The guys then discuss which players should also be dealt, whether bottoming out is the right call, and whether doing so could affect Kevin Hayes in the offseason.

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy react to Bob Clarke's comments about drafting Nolan Patrick, inferences made about Jay O'Brien and Morgan Frost, Ron Hextall's style as GM, and missed opportunities. The guys then discuss just how much of the reaction on social media has been genuine and how much has been revisionist history. Finally, the guys react to the Ed Snider birthday blowback, the NHL's inconsistent rescheduling of games, and Elliotte Friedman's speculation that the Flyers could look to move Claude Giroux.

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy ring in the new year before diving into:

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Ant, Russ, and Bundy reflect on the Flyers' five-game point streak, the NHL pausing the regular season earlier than planned, and the decision to pull NHL players from the Olympics. The guys also spread some holiday cheer and give reasons to stick with the team this year and beyond.

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Russ and Bundy react to the firing of Alain Vigneault before Ant joins to discuss Chuck Fletcher's future. The guys also weigh the pros and cons of retooling vs. rebuilding, including which players are worth building around, who could go, and who should be dealt before the deadline.

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