Defensive core thrives under Sanheim; Zegras at center adds playmaking; Ersson’s crease work is critical; Michkov provides goal-scoring spark. Bold: Flyers win Gavin McKenna lottery.

Ellis moved from Philadelphia to San Jose in a trade that also included a conditional 2026 sixth-round pick; his career has been marred by injuries since a 2017 Nashville Cup win, and the long eight-year, $50M contract looms as a potential LTIR consideration for the Sharks.

Brink's Flyers image sits at the intersection of rising young talent and broad sponsorships, illustrating how branding can elevate a player's profile while embedding the team more deeply in the betting ecosystem and fan engagement ecosystems.

Flyers enter the finale with roster-bid ambitions, mirroring the Devils’ approach. Expect several players vying for spots, with a mix of veterans and prospects seeking a last chance to prove themselves before the regular season. The game doubles as a showcase for next-man-up readiness as building blocks for the start of the season are evaluated.

The Flyers feature a mix of veteran steadiness and youth opportunity, with Sanheim highlighting a defenseman pathway that could boost team-wide fantasy potential, especially on the power play where steady blue-line production matters for fantasy scores.