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Latest Flyers Roster Move Doesn’t Make Sense

Flyers need to begin searching for offense.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 1:28 AM
Latest Flyers Roster Move Doesn’t Make Sense
Key Things to Know
  • The Hockey News argues the Flyers erred by recalling veteran Jack Studnicka instead of prospect Alex Bump.
  • Philadelphia recalled Studnicka from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms while reassigning Carl Grundstrom to the AHL.
  • The 0-5-2 Flyers are currently the lowest-scoring offensive team in the NHL on a goals-per-game basis.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Hockey News argues that the Philadelphia Flyers made the wrong decision by recalling veteran forward Jack Studnicka from the AHL over prospect Alex Bump. Despite the Flyers struggling offensively during an 0-5-2 start to the season, the team opted to promote the 27-year-old Studnicka while reassigning Carl Grundstrom to the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

The article contends that Studnicka will not provide the offensive spark Philadelphia needs, particularly with Travis Konecny sidelined. In contrast, the 22-year-old Bump has posted two goals and an assist in two AHL games since being sent down, but he remains in the minors.

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