So far, nothing has materialized or it probably would have happened already

While I don’t doubt it was a mitigating factor, the Flyers have had problems with agents in the past - Ritch Winter for example - but eventually, those situations are worked out. If the Flyers have the opportunity to draft James Hagens next year and he’s represented by KO, they’re not going to pass.

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They don’t want to compete directly vs the NFL, but something has to change. They should play less reg season games, but that’ll never happen

Russ ranked Tij Iginla #12 on his ranking list. Neither of them gave a mock per se, but gave a group of players that could be available, including Helenius, Yakemchuk, Catton, Sennecke and Eiserman. Thanks for listening

@@obpuckcast4794 thanks for clearing that up always enjoyed the podcast!. I would love Iginla at 12 I don't think he'll be there though. Either of the other two forwards you mentioned would be nice also!

Risto likely has to re-establish his value first

Just curious, what was wild?

Teams are usually not going to play games at the top of the draft. ANA liked Carlsson better and it wouldn’t surprise me if CBJ was indifferent…When the Flyers took Gauthier, CBJ was ready to take him if Jiricek wasn’t there. Teams usually assess their position in the draft and have a couple of guys they like for plans B & C and since those 2 centers were that close, CBJ could’ve been neutral

A good center prospect like Kulich, yes. They seem committed to signing TK though

@@obpuckcast4794 I like TK but sorry I do REALLY not want to see another huge 8 yr contract that will end with the player in their mid-30s... I'd much rather get quality assets at this point of the rebuild...

@@aqn1976Hard to disagree

TK’s worth more than that we’d be a laughing stock if we made that trade.

Exactly the Trade we need # 11 + a prospect

I’d take 6’3” for either one, haha. But they have to be able to play

@obpuckcast4794 I like to find another Sam Morin

@@ericwisniewski5651 Hopefully, someone who can play at a higher level and stay reasonably healthy

Understand the sentiment, but they’ll probably have higher ceiling choices at that spot - we’ll see 🧐

Then there’s this: theathletic.com/5290107/2024/02/22/nhl-draft-prospect-trevor-connelly/

Helenius seems like a high floor pick, but without a lot of dynamic element. Maybe a smaller, but sturdier version of Coots. High hockey IQ

@@obpuckcast4794 We're gonna have to vastly agree to disagree here with Helenius my friend as I see him as the ideal ppg, play-making centerman for Michkov, but we shall see ;-) ... But also, I do hope Danny is aggressive and possibly move up to the mid to late teens to get a player with both size & upside in Beckett Senneke !

What he did was more about hard work and determination, less about scheming

Exceedingly rare. Gonna have to trade for or when they are ready, maybe UFA

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If we get 5 good years in some capacity, it’s a bonanza

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Might be tough trading Risto. That big contract for a 5 or 6 veteran D-man......Good luck to Danny on that one.

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i totally agree. i refuse to watch locked on flyers because of him. what a sour puss.

I don't agree with Russ usually either, but I'm OK with hearing his opinion. I don't always need a Flyers apologist when they do something wrong. I like to hear different opinions, but yes, he is grating if you want to hear something positive. I mean, no one expected the Flyers to be where they are in the standings at this time of year, so they have to be doing some things right, right?

If Russ has a bias, it’s not against the Flyers, but Tortorella to some degree and the Flyers handling of prospects. His input is generally well-informed however and he’s one of the best prospect guys out there. As always, appreciate your listenership and feedback 👍

@@user-fs9hg8dz6z Yes sir. It's been a fun season. My issue with him is that everything the Flyers do, every move they make or don't make he feels the need to criticize it. Nothing is ever positive from him when it comes to the Flyers, which is understandable since he is after all, a Rangers fan. I just don't understand why he is podcasting on Flyers podcasts. He seems to know the prospects well and that's fine. He should stick to podcasting about prospects and not the Flyers IMO.

A 1st was reportedly available last year…This year, it’s up in the air, but the center market is hotter 🤷‍♂️

If they don’t get at least a 2nd, they’ll wait until after the TDL to make a decision about his future here

A 3rd & 6th are not enough when weighing against the locker room & leadership intangibles of Laughton...

@@aqn1976 I guess but his play hasn’t shown leadership

Wayne?

Need mobility too

@@obpuckcast4794 Not sure if your show put it out That Russian defenseman I heard who’s 6’7 That can really play I heard will be in draft and can be a flyer from the start no wait I’m him playing in minors Heard he could be first guy that michkov can talk to once he gets here make him him comfortable But not sure if flyers can get him I heard he could go early in draft

We can hope 🤞

Stahl won’t move unless he wants to. Has little value

No. First, draft projections can change radically in months as play falls off or there are injuries and such. Second, the Flyers need to collect assets based on BPA. Look how ANA was able to deal Drysdale because of a surplus. In other words, seize the day - things can change on a dime like with Gauthier. Thanks for listening and your feedback 👍

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Was a really good one.@@obpuckcast4794

If Atkinson’s play doesn’t pick up, he’ll have virtually no value

Maybe so. A communication breakdown at the very least

Yea. Not as enthused about Lappy as our guest, but he does teach the right mentality