Matvei, Michkov and Philadelphia Flyers

Matvei Michkov honored to go against ‘one of the greatest players ever’ in countryman Alex Ovechkin
Michkov, 19, says he grew up watching "The Great 8," who at 39 years old is just 40 goals shy of the NHL's all-time record. On Tuesday, he will play against him for the first time.
Flyers' Matvei Michkov breaks silence ahead of 1st game vs. Alex Ovechkin
The Flyers and Capitals play on Tuesday, which means Russian rookie Matvei Michkov will face Alex Ovechkin for the first time.
What’s impressed the Flyers about Matvei Michkov? So far, everything
The Flyers are trying not to put too much pressure on their young star, but Michkov is earning praise left and right.
Matvei Michkov can change the Flyers’ complex history with Russian players
Starting with Matvei Michkov’s first pre-draft interview with the Flyers, the organization’s power people never had to wait or worry to see how he set his priorities, whether the old and outdated stereotype of a Russian hockey player still applied to him.
Flyers’ Matvei Michkov scores first two career goals vs. Oilers
It only took Matvei Michkov three games to get his first NHL goal, and the experience was so nice, he did it twice, as the Philadelphia Flyers winger scored not one, but two goals on Tuesday night against the Edmonton Oilers.
Matvei Michkov gets first two goals of his career in Flyers OT loss: ‘I score, I score’
Michkov, a native of Russia, may face a language barrier with his teammates, but not when the language is hockey.
NHL On Tap: Michkov, Flyers to kick off 'Frozen Frenzy' against Ovechkin, Capitals
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Matvei Michkov's brilliance highlights Flyers' uneven season-opening road trip
Russian rookie Matvei Michkov's brilliants and goaltender Sam Ersson's performances were among the highlights of t Flyers' ...
Q&A: Dan Hilferty on the Flyers’ rebuild timeline, Matvei Michkov’s impact, free agency, and more
Summary SEATTLE ― The first year of the Flyers’ self-proclaimed “New Era of Orange” has to be considered a success given the ...
Kraken Host Matvei Michkov and The Flyers In Their Return From A Three-Game Road Trip
The Seattle Kraken return from a three-game road trip, during which they posted a 2-1-0 record, to take on rookie sensation ...
Flyers' Matvei Michkov earns high John Tortorella praise after 2-goal game
Philadelphia Flyers star rookie Matvei Michkov is on the board, scoring his first two NHL goals against the Edmonton Oilers ...
Matvei Michkov scores his first two NHL goals but Flyers lose, 4-3, to Oilers in overtime
On the power play, Owen Tippett attempted a backhanded shot but it hit the end boards and bounced towards the front of the ...
Matvei Michkov scores first NHL goal, adds another not even 5 minutes later
Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov scored his first career NHL goal Tuesday night and it didn't take long for him to add a second.
Michkov Mania officially hits Philly as Russian rookie earns roaring ovation in Flyers' home opener
His surname flashed on ice in bold as Philadelphia Flyers' fans roared and flames burst upward as part of the pregame ...
Saturday's hockey: Amadeus Lombardi leads Griffins to sweep; Michkov Mania hits Philly
Amadeus Lombardi's first two-goal game led the Griffins to a 2-1 victory over the Moose to complete the weekend sweep.