Oct 6, 2023 · Besides playing in all situations, Couturier will help the Philadelphia Flyers younger centers —Morgan Frost, Noah Cates and Ryan Poehling –– with his mentorship and his hockey smarts, including the way he thrives in the faceoff circle.

Apr 27, 2023 · The feeling came from playing alongside rookie Noah Cates. As this season went on, the 24-year-old center started to turn heads with his Couturier-like qualities. His defensive awareness, his step-ahead smarts, his big minutes against the opposition's top lines — a bit reminiscent of No. 14.

Dec 7, 2024 · While the Flyers need more offensive punch down the middle with just Sean Couturier and Morgan Frost ahead on the depth chart, what Cates brings to the table can often be misunderstood, forgotten, and ignored.

Nov 19, 2024 · After the Flyers beat the San Jose Sharks in a shootout last week, Travis Konecny, who was surrounded by television cameras and various recording devices, was asked about Noah Cates.

Sep 22, 2023 · Even while rehabbing he took the time to mentor Noah Cates on faceoffs at practices, as he continues to groom the youth, while wanting to return to game action, “He plays a mature game,” Couturier spoke of Cates.

Jul 11, 2023 · Recently, Noah Cates signed with the Philadelphia Flyers after filing for arbitration. His two-year deal comes with an AAV of $2.6 million. If the team's focus on youth continues, could Sean Couturier be the next Flyer on the move? Cates has …

Sep 26, 2023 · With Sean Couturier’s return, the Flyers could have two top centers who can shut down opponents and make the team much deeper and versatile. “Obviously exciting having him back, just kinda the tools he has — the size and everything,” Cates said.

Apr 7, 2023 · Cates has shown that he can be the top line center for this team for the future and has created depth with Sean Couturier, Scott Laughton and Morgan Frost at the center position. Cates has received a lot of comparison to Couturier.

Sep 27, 2023 · Cates blossomed into an elite defensive center in his first full NHL season. But with former Selke winner Sean Couturier back, the Flyers want more offense from Cates.

Nov 28, 2023 · For his efforts, Cates looks like a mini Sean Couturier on the ice, just without the scoring prowess that Couturier has. After playing one game on the Wing (Very well too), Noah Cates will now be sidelined for 6-8 weeks with a lower body injury.