Flyers' Joel Farabee Press Conference Recap

Flyers’ Joel Farabee Press Conference Recap

Articles Flyers Johnny September 3, 2021 · 0 Comment

Philadelphia Flyers’ 21-year old forward Joel Farabee signed a 6-year/$30million ($5million AAV) contract extension with the club.

Below are the highlights of Farabee’s press conference from yesterday, August 1st, 2021.

A. Joel Farabee’s Camp initiated the contract extension talks

Farabee says his side initiated talks, and he is happy to get things resolved before the season. #Flyers

— Sam Carchidi (@BroadStBull) September 2, 2021

B. Farabee wants to play his entire career in Philadelphia

Farabee: "I'm really excited on how I can prove I can get better." Says he wants to spend his entire career in Philly. #Flyers

— Sam Carchidi (@BroadStBull) September 2, 2021

C. Joel doubles down and says the team looks good on paper but needs to perform

Joel Farabee is excited for this coming season of Flyers hockey, and he echo's the same sentiment as Travis Sanheim, "We look good on paper, We've got to perform."

— Jamey Baskow (@JameyBaskow) September 2, 2021

D. Farabee looks forward to a more normal year/offseason and has added strength to his legs

Answering @NHLAdamK, Farabee says he's excited for a more normal year. Says he has put more strength on in his legs.

— Anthony Di Marco (@ADiMarco25) September 2, 2021

E. He sites that the next few years will most likely be the most important for Philadelphia