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Giroux's Future: Flyers or Senators? Decision Looms
3 Jul
Summary
- Claude Giroux's return to Ottawa is uncertain as talks continue with the Flyers.
- Senators GM Staios confirms contract offers were made before the trade deadline.
- Flyers sources anticipate Giroux signing a one-year deal to rejoin the team.
The Ottawa Senators are in a holding pattern regarding pending UFA Claude Giroux, with their general manager confirming contract offers were extended as far back as the March trade deadline. Giroux, who spent four seasons with the Senators after signing in July 2022, is reportedly considering a return to the Philadelphia Flyers, the team that drafted him and where he played for 15 seasons. Flyers GM Daniel Brière acknowledged ongoing discussions but stated nothing is imminent, though one source indicated an expectation of a one-year deal to bring Giroux back.
The Senators' inactivity on the first day of free agency, aside from re-signing Nick Cousins and signing Samuel Ersson, has been attributed to waiting on Giroux's decision. Giroux's performance last season included 14 goals and 49 points, and he finished as the league's best faceoff man. His potential return to Philadelphia could address their need for a right-shot center who excels at taking draws and contributes to the power play, where he has a strong history with the franchise.
