Daniel Briere has shown his willingness to make trades since becoming the Philadelphia Flyers’ GM over a year ago. He could have more moves in store for his club this off-season.
The Hockey News’ Siobhan Nolan noted that Briere indicated his team was still rebuilding despite being in playoff contention for most of his season. He told reporters he wouldn’t trade away younger players for older veterans but didn’t rule out moves that made sense with his club’s timeline.
Briere said he would be open to a hockey trade that adds more talent to his roster.
“We’re definitely open for business and we’re gonna keep exploring that,” Briere said on Friday.
Joel Farabee could become a trade candidate. The Hockey News’ Max Miller cited Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman pondering the 24-year-old winger’s future in Philadelphia.
The Athletic’s Kevin Kurz wondered where Farabee fits with the Flyers going forward. Briere said Farabee and winger Noah Cates didn’t develop as expected this season, but he still felt they can take on larger roles. Philly Hockey Now’s Jonathan Bailey also weighed in on Farabee, noting that the winger seemed unhappy with his role this season.
Farabee has four seasons left on his contract. He carries an annual cap hit of $5 million and lacks no-trade protection, according to PuckPedia. Given the Flyers’ depth on the wing, he could be on the move this summer.
Kurz mentioned Morgan Frost’s inconsistent play this season. However, the 24-year-old center’s performance improved after a meeting with coach John Tortorella in January.
Cam Atkinson may have suited up with the Flyers for the last time. The 34-year-old winger missed all of 2022-23 with a neck injury. He had a good start this season, but his performance declined by mid-season. He went scoreless in his final 23 games and was a healthy scratch for 12.
Bailey reported Atkinson looked and sounded miserable during his exit interview last week. He has a year left on his contract worth $5.875 million and could become a buyout candidate if a suitable trade partner can’t be found.
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