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‘A big challenge for Briere’: How will Flyers handle the Michkov situation?

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman joins FAN Hockey Show to weigh in on the Matvei Michkov drama currently surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers, and why GM Danny Briere could be facing one of his biggest challenges in how to handle it.

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Published: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 5:58 PM

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The Seattle Mariners face major offseason roster decisions following their Game 7 ALCS elimination against Toronto.
President of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto stated that re-signing free-agent first baseman Josh Naylor is a team priority.
Third baseman Eugenio Suárez is also a free agent, with rookie Ben Williamson viewed as a potential internal option.

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Following their Game 7 ALCS elimination by the Toronto Blue Jays, the Seattle Mariners face critical offseason roster decisions. Manager Dan Wilson and president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto addressed the season's end, emphasizing the goal to build upon their first AL West title since 2001 despite falling short of a World Series berth.

Seattle's front office enters free agency with decisions looming over pending free agents Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez. Dipoto identified re-signing Naylor at first base as a priority, while rookie Ben Williamson remains an option at third base if Suárez departs. Additionally, second baseman Jorge Polanco holds a $6 million player option for 2026.

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‘A big challenge for Briere’: How will Flyers handle the Michkov situation?

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