The Philadelphia Flyers accelerated their rebuilding efforts with a significant trade on January 30, sending Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost to the Calgary Flames. Both players had been the center of trade speculations, and this move allows them a fresh start in Calgary. The Flyers are expected to continue their sell-off this season, with Rasmus Ristolainen and Scott Laughton emerging as potential candidates for future trades. Ristolainen, a dependable defenseman, has garnered interest due to his physical style of play and the possibility of retained salary, while Laughton’s two-way ability makes him an attractive option for contending teams.

Ristolainen has appeared in 53 games this season, recording 15 points, and could fetch a solid return given his skillset and the right side defensive needs of playoff-bound teams. Laughton, known for his versatility and affordable contract, has also piqued interest, indicating that the Flyers may not be done reshaping their roster as the trade deadline approaches.