Flyers Secure Owen Tippett with Long-Term Contract
Young forward signs an eight-year, $49.6 million extension, showcasing the Flyers' commitment to nurturing high-end talent.
- Owen Tippett, the young forward from the Florida Panthers, has been signed by the Philadelphia Flyers to an eight-year, $49.6 million extension.
- Tippett, who is just 24 years old, has shown potential to be a high-end talent and has showcased increasing flashes of ability.
- Despite being injured in the Flyers’ loss to the Colorado Avalanche last Saturday, Tippett had eight points (six goals, two assists) in his last seven games.
- Through 46 games this season, Tippett has 30 points (18 goals, 12 assists) and is on a 31-goal pace after potting a career-high 27 last season.
- Flyers' general manager, Daniel Briere, believes that Tippett has more to offer and will continue to improve, citing his combination of power, scoring ability, and leadership.