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Flyers Not Pursuing Elias Pettersson Trade

23 Jan

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Summary

Flyers deny interest in trading for Canucks center Elias Pettersson.
Team sources indicate Pettersson isn't seen as a championship-leading core player.
Defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen expected to remain with the team this season.

Flyers Not Pursuing Elias Pettersson Trade

As the NHL trade freeze approaches on February 4, 2026, the Philadelphia Flyers are reportedly not pursuing Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson. Multiple team sources have strongly denied any interest, suggesting Pettersson is not viewed as the type of player who could lead the team to a championship. This discussion seems to be primarily online, as the Flyers do not believe he fits their long-term core strategy.

Adding to the Flyers' potential trade deadline approach, defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen is expected to remain with the team. The Flyers are not actively shopping him, partly due to their current defensive depth challenges and his remaining contract. Any potential trade discussions for high-end talent under 30 will be considered, but if none materialize, a quiet deadline is anticipated for the Flyers.