NHL insider says Flyers forward Matvei Michkov likely wants a new start
The gist
NHL insider Kevin Weekes reported Michkov, in his last contract year, is a prime trade candidate.
The 21-year-old's ice-time frustration comes as Philadelphia sits last in the league.
How it unfolded
- Jul 25, 2026Michkov played in a charity 'Match of the Year' game organized by Alex Ovechkin, Artemi Panarin and Mikhail Sergachev, scoring a hat trick including a lacrosse-style goal.
- Sep 18, 2026At Flyers training camp in Voorhees, N.J., Michkov said he feels lighter and ready for the season, telling a reporter in Russia he is 30 pounds lighter than a year ago.
- Oct 27, 2026In an overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, his long shift and decisions in three-on-three led to a pair of two-on-zero rushes, with Kent Johnson scoring the winner.
Key terms
- restricted free agent
- A status in some sports leagues where a player whose contract expired has limited freedom to sign with other teams.
- three-on-three
- An extra period played in ice hockey to decide a winner when the score is tied after regulation.
- hat trick
- The achievement of a positive feat three times in a single match or game.
Source: Wikipedia