David Jiricek To Make Flyers’ Opening Night Roster

Defense prospect David Jiricek has officially secured a spot on the Philadelphia Flyers' opening night roster, general manager Daniel Briere confirmed to reporters. The Flyers still need to make two cuts ahead of Monday's deadline, but potential roster adjustments or injuries to players like Denver Barkey and Helge Grans give the team flexibility.

Jiricek lost his waiver-exempt status this offseason, meaning he likely would have been claimed if placed on waivers. Philadelphia acquired the 2022 sixth overall pick from the Minnesota Wild at last season's trade deadline in exchange for Bobby Brink.