Michkov and the Flyers held meetings secretly
The Philadelphia Flyers wrapped up their 2023 draft with great success under the guidance of Danny Briere, who made sure to select top-notch talent.
The draft showcased multiple promising goalie prospects, as well as impressive offensive and defensive players that stood out and added value to the team.
Brent Flahr confirmed that the Flyers had Matvei Michkov and his family come to the team facilities in Voorhees before the draft.
Saw some Flyers players working out in the gym, and he even played some air hockey in the downstairs lobby.
Saw some Flyers players working out in the gym, and he even played some air hockey in the downstairs lobby.
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This was Sunday. Theory is the facility was shut down because Flyers were meeting Matvei Michkov. Daniel Briere said it was a coincidence, but Michkov did secretly meet with them in Philly on Friday and one more time here. He convinced the Flyers he wanted to be drafted by them.
However, the most outstanding pick was undoubtedly Matvei Michkov, who fell to the Flyers at #7 due to rumors of character issues and being ungrateful.
As it turns out, Michkov intentionally avoided other teams to secretly meet with Briere and the Flyers in Vorhees, prior to the draft. This explains why the facility was shut down during their meeting.
This unexpected link with Michkov made him the ultimate steal for the Flyers, and he is excited to join the NHL as soon as he can leave the KHL.
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30 JUIN | 453 ANSWERS Michkov and the Flyers held meetings secretly Do you think it was smart of Danny Briere to meet exclusively with their new 1st round pick? | ||
| Yes | 427 | 94.3 % |
| No | 26 | 5.7 % |
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