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Flyers Recall Kolosov as Ersson Lands on IR

10/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Philadelphia Flyers recalled goaltender Aleksei Kolosov from Lehigh Valley Phantoms after placing Sam Ersson on injured reserve for a lower-body injury, with Ersson out for at least a week.
Kolosov has a 3-2-0 record with a 2.60 goals-against average (GAA) and a .918 save percentage, and will back up Dan Vladar in upcoming games against Nashville Predators, Toronto, and Calgary.
Coach Rick Tocchet is evaluating Emil Andrae in the lineup.

History

Historical Context

The 1967 NHL Expansion Draft, held on June 6, allowed six new teams, including the Philadelphia Flyers, to join the league, doubling its size from six to twelve. This significant change followed years of discussions among NHL owners, initiated by concerns over competition from the Western Hockey League. The expansion reshaped team strategies and player dynamics, marking the beginning of a new era in professional hockey.

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Story summary

Philadelphia Flyers recalled goaltender Aleksei Kolosov from Lehigh Valley Phantoms after placing Sam Ersson on injured reserve for a lower-body injury, with Ersson out for at least a week.
Kolosov has a 3-2-0 record with a 2.60 goals-against average (GAA) and a .918 save percentage, and will back up Dan Vladar in upcoming games against Nashville Predators, Toronto, and Calgary.
Coach Rick Tocchet is evaluating Emil Andrae in the lineup.

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