The Philadelphia Flyers have signed All-Star forward Travis Konecny to an eight-year extension worth $70 million. The deal announced Thursday keeps Konecny under contract through the 2032-33 NHL season. The 27-year-old set career highs with 33 goals and 68 points last season.
FILE - Philadelphia Flyers ’ Travis Konecny reacts after scoring a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Boston Bruins, March 23, 2024, in Philadelphia. The Flyers have signed the All-Star forward to an eight-year extension worth $70 million. The deal announced Thursday, July 25, 2024 keeps Konecny under contract through the 2032-33 NHL season.
General manager Daniel Briere called Konecny an integral part of the team’s fabric and a player who has grown into a significant leader. Konecny, 27, set career highs with 33 goals and 68 points last season. He was set to be an unrestricted free agent next summer and as a result had been the subject of trade buzz in recent months.
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