According to reports from TheFourthPeriod, credentialed media outlet linked to the NHL, the Philadelphia Flyers are actively exploring a deal involving Mathieu Joseph, a move aimed at shedding a bad contract while gaining a promising prospect in Tyler Boucher.
"The Philadelphia Flyers have spoken with the Senators about Joseph and are believed to be one of the teams asking for a high-priced asset to accommodate a trade. Multiple sources have told TFP's David Pagnotta the Flyers are interested in forward Tyler Boucher, whom the Senators drafted 10th overall in 2021, but Ottawa has been reluctant to consider such a move."
The Flyers have engaged in discussions with the Ottawa Senators regarding Joseph and are reportedly seeking a substantial asset in return. Their interest is centered on acquiring forward Tyler Boucher, a move that could provide Philadelphia with a valuable addition to their prospect pool.
The Flyers are looking at Tyler Boucher in a Mathieu Joseph cap dump.
Flyers have spoken with #GoSensGo about Joseph and are believed to be asking for a high asset in return - interested in forward Tyler Boucher.
I spoke to another executive yesterday evening, and while he echoed the 1st round pick being the required cost to dump Joseph's contract, they also suggested a prospect & a 2nd as potentially being able to get it done.
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If the Flyers pursue this deal, they can bet they will get a major compensation in a big 1st round draft pick.
This potential trade underscores the Flyers' willingness to make strategic moves to bolster their roster for the future. As negotiations continue, hockey fans will be eager to see how this trade scenario unfolds and its impact on both teams involved.