Team: 2021-22 Philadelphia Flyers

Initial Creation Date: Apr. 17, 2021

Published: Apr. 17, 2021

Salary Cap Mode: Basic

Ok let me explain.

Flames: I think the flames and flyers are very much in the same situation. They have run it with the same core for half a decade and nothing has come of it. Both need a shakeup. Gaudreau to Philly makes too much sense. I think he could go as a UFA after next season so flames get a package for one year of Johnny. While slightly overpaid, do no dismiss Voracek's skill. He is an elite playmaker and has gone under the radar for many years. They also get the potential of Nolan Patrick, someone who needs a fresh start. A solid defense prospect in Hogberg and a 2nd round pick. You have to remember that this is a package for an expiring Gaudreau.

Buffalo: alright Sabers fans. I tried to do my best with this package. Unfortunately, in any trade where you are trading Jack Eichel you will lose. However I think the relationship has gone sour. Sabers get a young top 6 winger with 30 goal potential who is locked up. A young 6' 5'' RHD top 4 defense man and an A prospect who is NHL ready in Frost. You also get a 15 pick along with another 1st. This is a solid package and one I don't know if other teams are willing to challenge.

Seattle: I think the flyers use the Golden Knights draft as a guild line. When pens wanted to give Vegas Fleury it cost them a 2nd. He made 7 mill per year (I believe on a longer contract then JVR) so flyers do similar and give them a 2nd along with a decent depth player in Aube-Kubel.

Misc: really the Ghost and Hagg trades can be anywhere. Also thought about ghost to Oilers if they don't sign Barrie

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Flyers: I see the flyers being huge players in the offseason. Probably not to this extent but I can imagine. Eichel and Gaudreau give them game changing talent up front along with Hamilton on the back end being and incredible partner for Provy.

I could see the flyers using the top two lines as offensive weapons. The third line as an elite shutdown line that can score and the fourth line as a young energy line.

On defense the previously mentioned Hamilton is absolutely needed. He is a true #1 defenseman and will come at a premium. Savard gives them more leadership on the backend and can also be a good partner for Sanheim. Also we can bring up York in a limited 3rd pair role with Braun.

This is a team that SHOULD compete for a cup...

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