The Story Behind Ristolainen Not Being Traded by Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers surprised some at the trade deadline by keeping veteran defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen rather than moving him. GM Daniel Briere reportedly set a high asking price—a first-round pick plus a prospect—and while several teams inquired, no offer came in meeting the expected return.

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