Flyers predict team awards ahead of season opener against Penguins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 6:29 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The Philadelphia Flyers are set to begin their 2026-27 season on Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Before the season starts, predictions for team awards have been made, highlighting Matvei Michkov as Most Improved Player and Travis Sanheim as Most Valuable Defenseman. Trevor Zegras is projected to be the Team MVP after a strong season with career-high statistics. The predictions emphasize confidence in Michkov's potential bounce back and expected contributions from Zegras in his new role as top center.
- •Flyers kick off the 2026-27 season against the Penguins on Wednesday.
- •Predictions name Michkov, Sanheim, and Zegras for key team awards.
- •Michkov is expected to rebound after a down season last year.
- •Sanheim poised to win Most Outstanding Defensive Player for the fourth straight year.
- •Zegras anticipated to achieve career highs in goals and assists.
- 6:29 PMYahoo Sports — Flyers Forecast: Predicting Team Awards Ahead of the 2026-27 Season
"The Philadelphia Flyers kick off the 2026-27 season on Wednesday when they take on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Before the season […]
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