Flyers sign Noel Acciari to bolster bottom six forward group
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Noel Acciari to a two-year contract worth $2.8 million annually. Acciari, who played for the Pittsburgh Penguins last season, is known for his gritty play and strong shot-blocking ability. The signing adds depth to the Flyers' bottom-six forward group, where Acciari is expected to play as a winger. This move follows the recent addition of Carl Grunstrom and may indicate further lineup changes as the team looks to strengthen its roster. Acciari's addition marks his sixth team in a 12-year NHL career, during which he posted his second-best season last year with 13 goals and a career-high 20 assists.
- •The Flyers signed Noel Acciari on July 1, 2026.
- •Acciari's deal is for two years at $2.8 million per year.
- •He scored 13 goals and had 25 points with Pittsburgh last season.
- •Acciari will likely play as a winger, reinforcing the team's bottom six.
- •This is Acciari's sixth NHL team in a lengthy career.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Flyers Add A War Horse Veteran, Sign Acciari From Rival Penguins
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