Flyers Add Physical Benoit

The Flyers just pulled off a savvy trade, landing big goalie Joseph Woll and physical defenseman Simon Benoit from Toronto in exchange for Sam Ersson, Emil Andrae, and a future pick. Benoit, a 6’4”, 210-pound enforcer with elite skating and a relentless defensive game, could become a cornerstone on defense — and maybe even more than a backup. GM Danny Briere raves about his size, grit, and ability to simplify the coaching staff’s workload. The deal also opens doors for young prospects like Jiricek and Bonk, while pairing Benoit’s physicality with offensive d-men for better team flow. Financially, it’s a steal: Benoit’s one-year, $1.35M contract and Woll’s two-year, $3.67M deal offer massive value for the price. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/47379bb941597bdf