Ducks Match Flyer Offer for Carlsson | Philadelphia Flyers News

The Anaheim Ducks just locked down their superstar center Leo Carlsson, matching the Philadelphia Flyers’ five-year, $90 million offer sheet — a move that puts Carlsson under a record $18 million annual cap hit. At just 21, Carlsson delivered 67 points in 70 games and 11 playoff points, proving why the Ducks drafted him second overall and see him as their franchise cornerstone. Owner and GM made it clear this was a no-brainer — they’ve managed their cap to keep him, betting big on his growth into a top-tier center. Now, the Ducks face tough cap decisions ahead, including what to do with top scorer Cutter Gauthier. Meanwhile, the Flyers lose out on their target and must scramble for center help, while also navigating their own restricted free agents like Zegras and Drysdale. Both teams are in full offseason mode — and this deal just made Anaheim’s future brighter, and Philly’s more uncertain. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e916bee0a706360e