This is why St. Louis Blues' GM was in Philadelphia
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L. ViardMarch 2, 2022 (10:38)
After Claude Giroux's potential move, Ristolainen's trade is the most anticipated one. The Finnish defenseman came last year from the Buffalo Sabres for a hefty price and is now on the final year of a 6-year contract with his former club.
Philadelphia's hopes are to re-sign the player and they will meet this week to discuss Risto's future. Different sources announced that the Flyers are preparing an offer in the $6.6-7 million area, but the question remains: will Rasmus Ristolainen want to pursue his Flyers journey?
He's performed well this season, but he may not want stick around forever with Philadelphia constantly losing games. Even more considering the different teams that are keen on making an offer for the number 70.
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As TFP reported, the St. Louis Blues are interested in the player and are likely to make an offer if the talks between Philly and Ristolainen don't come through. Furthermore, Doug Armstrong, Blues GM, was spotted yesterday at the Wells Fargo Center for the game against the Oilers.
Will Philadelphia's contract offer be enough for Risto to stay?
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