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Flyers Deal Ivan Fedotov to Blue Jackets for 2026 Sixth-Rounder as Teams Recast Goalie Depth

Philadelphia prioritized cap flexibility over a short-term fix to avoid opening the season in LTIR.

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Apr 11, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goalie Ivan Fedotov (82) warms up before the first period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Overview

  • The Flyers sent Fedotov and his $3.275 million cap hit to Columbus for a 2026 sixth-round pick, creating roughly $2.7 million in space and easing concerns about starting in LTIR.
  • Columbus is expected to place Fedotov on waivers, with GM Don Waddell citing off-season nightmares about goaltending depth as the impetus for adding insurance.
  • The acquisition provides coverage behind Elvis Merzlikins and Jet Greaves, and outside analysis suggests the Jackets could explore trading Merzlikins with salary retention.
  • Philadelphia’s crease now centers on Samuel Ersson with newcomer Dan Vladar on a two-year, $3.35 million AAV contract, while Aleksei Kolosov and Carson Bjarnason are slated for AHL roles.
  • Carter Hart is pursuing a fresh start away from Philadelphia, with reporting indicating a likely Western Conference landing that removes him from the Flyers’ immediate plans.