Philadelphia Flyers goalie undergoes significant emotional change
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Travis PolitakisFebruary 7, 2024 (1:46 PM)
18-year-old goalie Carson Bjarnson is not only one of the top goalies in the Flyers farm system, but is one of the top overall prospects that the Flyers have and look to as a franchise altering piece. As the 2023 second round pick settles into his second season in the WHL with the Brandon Wheat Kings, the young goalie revealed an emotional part of his life that has contributed to his success.
While speaking with Flyers inside reporter Dylan Robillard, Bjarnson revealed the important role that his grandfather held in his life, and how he is able to represent his grandfather while playing on the ice night in and night out.
Bjarnson revealed that he changed his number from 31 to 64, to represent his grandfather who was a prominent athlete in Canadian sports history.
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«My grandpa played professional baseball, Team Canada and lots of regional stuff. He definitely helped me out a lot, he passed away a few years ago, and that's the reason I wear the number I do today.»
Bjarnson is sure to be putting a smile on his grandfathers face with his performance this season in the WHL. In 30 games, Bjarnson has recorded 16 wins, a .906 save percentage, one shutout, and a 3.10 GAA.
Could Bjarnson be seeing number 64 on the back of an orange and black jersey soon?
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