Flyers Focus: Toronto pick and more

[Bill Meltzer]

It’s a convoluted picture but the Flyers will get Toronto’s first-round pick in either the 2027 or 2028 NHL Draft. Here’s the rundown.

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[flyersfan1953]

Remember, Darnell Nurse is Donovan McNabb’s nephew. His potential acquisition could be interesting to the fan base. If the Flyers try to acquire him, Edmonton retains some of his salary.

[Bill Meltzer]

I forgot they are related. Still don’t think it would make sense.

[MBFlyerfan1]

Bill. I agree the Nurse talk makes no sense. In fact, speaking of Edmonton, the Tippett to Edmonton talk makes no sense either as I don’t think Edmonton has anything we want that fits reality and makes sense. Edmonton doesnt have a first round pick until 2028, they have no young center prospects that move the needle and fit what the Flyers are trying to do.

I wouldn’t be surprised if they just run it back with basically the same roster for this upcoming season. You will have Martone for the full year and maybe Bonk and/or Jiricek replace someone in the top 6.

What I hope they don’t do is overpay in a trade or FA for someone that doesn’t markedly improve the team for now and the future.

[FlyerFrank]

I wouldn’t be surprised if they just run it back with basically the same roster for this upcoming season. You will have Martone for the full year and maybe Bonk and/or Jiricek replace someone in the top 6.

Looks likely unless an opportunity comes their way. Once they get all the RFAs signed, they have a full roster of NHL players with extras. Briere has shown a preference for filling needs internally. If you’re a Flyer today, you will get a fair shot at stepping up before they look around and see what’s out there. The 1C and another top pair D should be on the wish list but aren’t essential at this point. Intrigued by Carlson on D. Anyone moving a 1C is or should be rebuilding and will want a proven younger pro center back. Flyers don’t have that yet. Teams will keep an eye on Jett and the two Jacks. If all goes well, Jett pushes a PPG in LHV this year. If he’s closer to a .5 PPG, that’s very bad news. A lot can change in season too. Fully half the roster was different from opening night to the last playoff game.

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