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Dan Vladar Emerges as Hart Trophy Contender for Flyers

4/16/2026

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Dan Vladar, the Philadelphia Flyers' goaltender, has emerged as a potential Hart Trophy candidate.
He has posted a .906 save percentage and a 2.42 goals against average in 52 games since joining the Flyers.
Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski discussed Vladar's candidacy on their show, noting that while he may not win, he deserves consideration.
Claude Giroux was the last Flyer to receive significant Hart recognition, in 2018.

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Story summary

Dan Vladar, the Philadelphia Flyers' goaltender, has emerged as a potential Hart Trophy candidate.
He has posted a .906 save percentage and a 2.42 goals against average in 52 games since joining the Flyers.
Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski discussed Vladar's candidacy on their show, noting that while he may not win, he deserves consideration.
Claude Giroux was the last Flyer to receive significant Hart recognition, in 2018.