Travis Konecny

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Travis Konecny: The Flyers' New $70 Million Man!

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Big news for hockey fans! Travis Konecny inks an 8-year deal worth $70 million with the Flyers, securing his spot as the franchise's highest-paid player.

In a bold move signaling their commitment to emerging talent, the Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Travis Konecny to an impressive eight-year contract extension worth $70 million. This deal, which carries an average annual value of $8.75 million, ensures that Konecny will remain a key player in Philadelphia for the foreseeable future. Hockey fans are buzzing as this contract positions Konecny as the highest-paid player in the franchise’s history—proof that the Flyers are serious about making waves in the NHL.

Konecny, who is coming off an electrifying season where he finished as the Flyers’ leading scorer, has cemented his status as an All-Star and a core piece of Philadelphia's success moving forward. The 27-year-old forward has shown immense talent on the ice, and the Flyers are betting big on his ability to continue that trajectory. As Konecny prepares to hit prime age for a hockey player, this extension reflects the team's trust in his skills and leadership.

Hockey enthusiasts can anticipate an exciting future as the Flyers not only stabilize their roster but also enhance their branding with a player who exhibits on-ice prowess and off-ice charisma. With Konecny committed to the team until the 2032-2033 season, fans are eager to see how the franchise will build around him. The excitement is palpable as the Flyers invest in their star, promising an era defined by collaboration and growth.

It seems that other team negotiations might have to take some notes! Just last year, several teams faced serious contract negotiations with key players. Unlike those, the Flyers have managed to secure their All-Star without delay, showing they aren't afraid to ‘break the bank’ to keep talent on their squad. In this dynamic atmosphere, Konecny could just be the first domino in a series of big moves for the Flyers.

Fun fact: Did you know that Konecny is not just an offensive powerhouse, but he also led the Flyers in assists last season? His all-around game makes him invaluable! Furthermore, the Flyers have a rich history of talent, but Konecny’s contract marks a new high-water mark that fans will surely talk about for years to come! With players like Konecny setting the standard, Philadelphia has a bright and exciting future ahead in the NHL!

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Flyers sign forward Travis Konecny to an eight-year extension (NHL.com)

Forward inks deal worth $8.75M AAV to remain in Philadelphia.

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Flyers sign F Travis Konecny to eight-year, $70-million extension (Sportsnet.ca)

He will count $8.75 million against the salary cap starting when it kicks in for the 2025-26 NHL season, which would make him Philadelphia's highest-paid player ...

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Travis Konecny signs 8-year contract extension with Philadelphia ... (CBS News)

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Philadelphia Flyers have locked up their leading scorer. The Flyers on Thursday signed winger Travis Konecny to an eight year ...

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Travis Konecny, Flyers Agree to $70M Contract Extension Ahead of ... (Bleacher Report)

Travis Konecny isn't going anywhere anytime soon. The Philadelphia Flyers signed the veteran forward to an eight-year extension worth an average of $8.75…

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Flyers de Philadelphie | Prolongation de contrat de 8 ans pour ... (La Presse)

Les Flyers de Philadelphie ont consenti un contrat de huit saisons et 70 millions US à l'attaquant Travis Konecny qui entrera en vigueur à compter de la ...

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Flyers sign All-Star Travis Konecny to an 8-year extension worth $70 ... (WVNS-TV)

The Philadelphia Flyers signed All-Star Travis Konecny to an eight-year extension worth $70 million, committing to him being a long-term part of their core ...

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Brière offre un contrat de 70 M$ à Konecny (RDS)

L'entente rapportera 1 million de dollars à Wahlstrom pour la prochaine saison. Les Islanders avaient 50 000 dollars de disponible sous le plafond salarial ...

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Travis Konecny fait sauter la banque à Philadelphie - Source du ... (Source du Hockey)

En effet, les deux clans se sont entendus sur un contrat à long terme d'une durée de huit saisons et il empochera un salaire annuel de 8.75 millions. Âgé de 27 ...

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Travis Konecny signe un contrat de 70 millions (Habsolument Fan)

Grosse nouvelle aujourd'hui dans le monde du hockey alors que les Flyers de Philadelphie se sont assurés les services d'un des piliers de leur attaque pour ...

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Konecny va devenir le plus haut salarié des Flyers (La Poche Bleue)

Ça se jasait déjà depuis quelques semaines et c'est maintenant officiel : Travis Konecny a paraphé une prolongation de contrat avec les Flyers!

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Flyers' Travis Konecny gets 8-year, $70M extension - ESPN (ESPN)

Flyers forward Travis Konecny has signed an eight-year, $70 million contract extension.

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Flyers sign All-Star Travis Konecny to an 8-year extension worth $70 ... (Toronto Star)

FILE - Philadelphia Flyers' Travis Konecny reacts after scoring a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Boston Bruins, March 23, ...

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Travis Konecny signe le plus gros contrat de l'histoire des Flyers ... (TVA Sports)

Daniel Brière n'a pas chômé en cette fin de mois de juillet, puisqu'après avoir retenu les services de Matvei Michkov pour la saison 2024-2025, ...

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Flyers' Travis Konecny gets 8-year, $70M extension - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

The deal announced Thursday keeps Konecny under contract through 2033. He will count $8.75 million against the salary cap starting in the 2025-26 NHL season, ...

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Flyers Sign Travis Konecny to Richest Contract in Franchise History (Sports Illustrated)

Konecny's new deal will begin ahead of the 2025-26 season and will run through the 2033-34 campaign. He'll earn an average annual value of $8.75 million over ...

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Flyers : Konecny signe une prolongation de contrat de huit ans (NHL.com)

L'attaquant empochera 8,75 millions $ par saison à partir de 2025-26 après avoir mené l'équipe au chapitre des points la saison dernière.

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Contract extension paves long Flyers road for Travis Konecny (The Delaware County Daily Times)

Konecny, 27, tallied 33 goals and 68 points in 76 games during the 2023-24 season. He led the team in goals, points, shorthanded goals (six) and game-winning ...

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Flyers Give Travis Konecny Long-Term Deal, Similar To What ... (Yahoo Sports)

Ironically, cousins Travis Konecny and Bo Horvat had identical seasons. Although Horvat inked his long-term extension last season, Konecny gets his on ...

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Travis Konecny signs richest contract in Flyers history (Chatham Daily News)

The Philadelphia Flyers signed all-star forward Travis Konecny of Clachan to an eight-year extension worth $70 million.

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Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agree to 8-year, $70M ... (WCLU)

Philadelphia Flyers announced on Thursday that veteran forward Travis Konecny has signed an eight-year, $70 million contract extension, worth an average of ...

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Making Sense of the Flyers' Travis Konecny Extension - The Hockey ... (The Hockey Writers)

On paper, Travis Konecny was overpaid. And it was a sizable overpayment. But is this contract justified for the Flyers anyway?

Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agree to 8-year, $70M ... (kmmo.com)

Philadelphia Flyers announced on Thursday that veteran forward Travis Konecny has signed an eight-year, $70 million contract extension, worth an average of ...

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