The Philadelphia Flyers have faced goaltending challenges in recent years, despite having talented goalie Carter Hart on their roster. Heading into the 2022-2023 season, Hart has been sidelined by injuries, providing an opportunity for other goalies to shine.
Ersson's impressive AHL performance included a 2.68 GAA and .911 SV%. As a rookie, he showcased his dominance with a 6-0 record, 2.56 GAA, and .913 SV%, stepping in for Hart.