Philadelphia Flyers
· 2026-07-03
The Philadelphia Flyers are exploring a potential reunion with former captain Claude Giroux, who is set to become a free agent.
Giroux, 38, can still help the Flyers, despite his age, after a solid season with the Ottawa Senators.
The Flyers were linked to Giroux just before the NHL's new league year opened, with general manager Danny Brière acknowledging discussions.
Brière, a former teammate of Giroux's, said the team is looking at everything, but there's nothing imminent.
Giroux's potential return would put a perfect bow on his career as a Flyers legend, and he can still contribute on the ice.
He racked up 49 points with the Senators last season, including 14 goals and 35 assists, and skated in all 82 games.
The Flyers are trying to build on their current momentum, standing 8th in the Eastern Conference with a 43-27 record, on a W3 streak.
Giroux can help the Flyers in the faceoff circle, where he won 63.1 percent of his draws with the Senators last season.
He can also provide flexibility in the lineup, with the ability to play as a right-shot forward.
The Flyers have already signed veteran Noel Acciari, who can flip between center and wing, but Giroux would offer more flexibility.
And with his experience and skill, Giroux can still make an impact on the ice, even at 38 years old.
But the Flyers know he's not the leading star he used to be, and they're looking for a short-term deal.
So the team will have to weigh the pros and cons of bringing Giroux back, considering his age and the team's current needs.
The Flyers are looking to push their new era forward, and Giroux could be a part of that, even if it's just for a season or two.