The NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, and the Philadelphia Flyers find themselves at a critical juncture. In the latest episode of High and Wide Hockey, hosts Jim Iacovone and Jack Smith break down the Flyers’ recent struggles, goaltending concerns, and the growing speculation around Scott Laughton and Rasmus Ristolainen.
Flyers’ Recent Struggles & Goaltending Woes
The Flyers’ 6-3 loss to the Calgary Flames exposed major goaltending issues, with Jack emphasizing:
“When the goaltending is not there, confidence is low, and you get bad results.”
With inconsistent play between the pipes, the team’s ability to compete remains in question.
Trade Talk: Laugton & Ristolainen on the Move?
The Flyers are fielding calls on Scott Laughton and Rasmus Ristolainen, two key pieces that could be dealt for future assets. Jim and Jack weigh the pros and cons of trading these players:
🔸 Scott Laughton – A versatile forward with leadership qualities, but could the Flyers get a solid return for him?
🔸 Rasmus Ristolainen – A big-bodied defenseman who’s improved, yet his $5.1M cap hit complicates trade scenarios.
With the Flyers at a crossroads, should GM Danny Briere embrace a full rebuild or keep core pieces intact for a playoff push?
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