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Philadelphia Flyers struggle early in NHL season, consider trade options

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 6:29 AM

Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Philadelphia Flyers struggle early in NHL season, consider trade options

Summary

The Philadelphia Flyers are struggling in the NHL, sitting last in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 4-10-5. Despite a playoff appearance last season, the team's prospects appear grim as they approach Thanksgiving. To improve their performance, the Flyers might explore trades, particularly for defenseman Simon Edvinsson, who has requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings amid contractual disputes. With Edvinsson needing to sign with an NHL team by December 1 to play this season, the Flyers could pursue him to bolster their defense and seek a turnaround before it's too late.

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•Flyers are last in the Metropolitan Division with a 4-10-5 record.
•Previous season included playoff success, winning a series.
•Simon Edvinsson requested a trade from the Red Wings.
•Edvinsson must sign an NHL contract by December 1.
•Potential trade could enhance Flyers' defense.

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The Philadelphia Flyers made the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Philadelphia even won a playoff series . It was a remarkable campaign for a franchise that had suffered some brutal outcomes in the last few years. However, it appears that this season won’t go nearly as well as things did last year. The Flyers are currently last in the Metropolitan […] The post Flyers: Overreaction trade Philadelphia must make amid brutal start to NHL season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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