Overview

• He underwent surgery this week to remove an elbow infection stemming from an offseason training injury.
• Doctors in Vancouver are awaiting lab results to determine if additional treatment is required and to establish a recovery timeline.
• Foerster’s two-year, $7.5 million extension marked him as a core rebuild piece after consecutive 20-plus goal campaigns.
• GM Danny Brière has praised Foerster’s two-way contributions and is evaluating internal prospects to cover any early-season absences.
• The Flyers have held off on external winger signings to preserve cap flexibility while navigating potential lineup adjustments.