Is Matty Beniers really the answer to the Flyers’ No. 1 center problem?

The Philadelphia Flyers are reportedly targeting Seattle Kraken forward Matty Beniers via trade to address their long-standing vacancy at first-line center. Broad Street Hockey evaluates whether the 23-year-old former second-overall draft pick is capable of filling the role, following Philadelphia's failed attempt to acquire Leo Carlsson from the Anaheim Ducks through an offer sheet over the summer.

Writer Thomas Williams argues that Beniers has somewhat plateaued as a solid 20-goal, 50-point player without yet producing a 60-point campaign. Williams questions whether Beniers represents a true top-line center or merely a good top-six forward, noting the extreme difficulty General Manager Danny Briere faces in finding an elite center from external sources.