Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) reacts after scoring a goal against the New Jersey Devils (Image via AP Photo/Noah K. Murray) The Philadelphia Flyers are reportedly working behind the scenes to silence the growing trade rumors surrounding their high-paid forward Owen Tippett, whose contract carries a whopping $49 million commitment. Multiple sources have suggested that the club is actively trying to suppress the speculation, even as interest in Tippett mounts from several teams. Despite the Flyers’ efforts, chatter around Tippett’s availability has only intensified. Analysts say that several teams are reportedly monitoring the 26-year-old winger, intrigued by his speed, upside, and the favourable structure of his long-term deal. It has come to light that the Vancouver Canucks have emerged as a possible suitor for the Flyers’ forward.
Flyers try to silence rumors swirling around forward Owen Tippett
The Philadelphia Flyers are working behind the scenes to silence the mounting trade rumors surrounding their highly compensated forward, Owen Tippett, as trade interest grows among multiple contenders in the NHL. Despite the growing interest in Tippett, particularly from the Eastern side of the league, several sources have said that the club is trying to shut down the rumors.Among the potential suitors frequently linked to Tippett is the Vancouver Canucks, who some insiders believe may view him as a solution to bolster their forward group. In fact, on Friday’s episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman stated, “Owen Tippett, it has been a name around a lot, and I kind of looked into this one a little bit. And I think the Flyers are trying to do everything they can to calm the noise around him. I think it’s bothered him a little bit. I think he’s definitely heard it.”
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He further added, “I think the flyers are trying to say, ‘Look like this is not our doing.’ And I do think the Canucks asked about him. I don’t think that’s going to be happening, but I’ve heard that the Flyers believe that there’s another level they can get Owen Tippett, and also, too, for his contract.”Friedman also stated, “I think the Flyers see that too. I think they’re trying to calm down the noise, simply because this is not created by them. Sometimes names are out there because teams are looking to move guys. This is not the case with Owen Tippett, so we’ll see where that goes.” (source: Sportskeeda).The reason behind quashing the rumors is Tippett’s performance. Reports suggest that in around 26 games this season, Owen Tippett has recorded 9 goals and 9 assists for 18 points, being a driving force for the Flyers, which is prompting the Philadelphia to see him as an opportunity, and trying to set a narrative.However, interestingly, recent reports suggest that Philadelphia declined a trade proposal from Vancouver, effectively shutting down the most concrete offer to date.Also read: Trade buzz grows as Nashville Predators’ Steven Stamkos connected to Eastern Conference contender | NHL News – The Times of India