NHL Trade Rumors: Flyers Linked To Kirill Marchenko

Friday, July 26, 2024 ,

Jonathan Bailey of Philly Hockey Now has recently linked the Philadelphia Flyers to Columbus Blue Jackets' budding star Kirill Marchenko. 

The 24-year-old Russian forward has yet to receive a worthy contract offer from his club and hasn't spoken with new general manager Don Waddell. 

This situation presents an opportune moment for the Flyers to add more young talent to their roster, especially considering Marchenko's potential fit alongside the incoming Matvei Michkov.

Marchenko, who has scored 44 goals across his two NHL seasons, offers the Flyers a combination of speed, skill, and physicality that could fill their need for a true sniper and power forward. 

His presence would complement a lineup that includes Travis Konecny, Owen Tippett, Joel Farabee, and Tyson Foerster. 

Marchenko's potential to form a dynamic duo with Michkov, another talented young Russian, would be a great fit and could really impact the Flyers' future success.

While Marchenko's arbitration hearing on July 31 prevents any immediate offer sheets, a trade could be on the horizon. 

Marchenko has expressed confidence that he will hear from Waddell soon and anticipates a more favorable offer. 

Last season, the 24-year-old recorded 23 goals and 19 assists for 42 total points across 78 games played.

With the Flyers potentially having cap space due to Ryan Ellis and Ryan Johansen likely starting the season on long-term injured reserve, acquiring Marchenko could be a huge move to enhance their roster's competitiveness.

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