Matvei Michkov described his NHL debut with the Flyers as “playing on PlayStation,” overwhelmed but thrilled by the moment.

Even for players like Philadelphia Flyers star Matvei Michkov, making your first NHL appearance can be a little frazzling.

Philadelphia Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov discussed his NHL debut in a July 19 interview. Michkov finished the 2024–25 season ...

It’s hard to imagine a more determined tone from the 20-year-old phenom, who dazzled in his NHL debut season but left the year wanting more—not personally, but competitively.