MATT WALKER RUMORS & GOSSIP
Bill Meltzer: Meltzer's Musings: Matt Walker and the CBA
There is a very good chance that the NHL's next Collective Bargaining Agreement -- whenever one is finally reached -- will make life tougher on the Philadelphia Flyers. The case of defenseman Matt Walker is a good example of how the NHL's desired rule changes could immediately work against the Flyers.
Walker, a depth defenseman, was signed by Tampa Bay in the summer of...
Flyers Recall Gustafsson, Send Walker Back to Minors
The Flyers announced this afternoon that rookie defenseman Erik Gustafsson has been recalled while defenseman Matt Walker, who cleared waivers last week, will be sent to the Adirondack Phantoms.
It’s a roster move that was really a question of “when” it would take place, rather than “if.” Walker did not look particularly steady in his four [...]
Eklund: Preds making deal? Also Flyers and Gleason+
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There appears to be something up in Nashville as we speak. I am hearing news of a likely move this evening...Lindback may be involved. He is a highly sought after goalie and will demand a solid return. Hearing the Isles and Flames, but they may not be the only team here..
In Philly, the Flyers have put Matt Walker on waivers and may be clearing space for...
Flyers Place Matt Walker On Waviers…Again
With Kimmo Timonen expected not to play on Saturday, the Flyers are opting not to use seventh defenseman Matt Walker. Someone will be called up, likely Erik Gustafsson.
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January 06, 2012
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Matt Walker Clears Waivers, Eligible To Play
With only six healthy defensemen on the roster, the Flyers needed help. Matt Walker cleared re-entry waivers and will be available to play against the Ducks.
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December 02, 2011
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Report: Gustafsson, Rinaldo Recalled From Phantoms
Matt Walker will likely be sent down to the AHL after a poor performance in his first three games. The Flyers need defensive help and opted for Erik Gustafsson.
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October 27, 2011
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Blair Betts Claimed by Montreal, Walker Clears Waivers
Blair Betts Claimed by Montreal, Walker Clears Waivers When the Flyers placed Blair Betts on waivers yesterday, there was little doubt that he would be claimed by a team needing a penalty killer.
The Montreal Canadiens cashed in on that need today.
The 31-year-old center played his role well in his years with the Flyers, but their youth movement and new look sent him packing...
Flyers Waive Betts, Walker and Bartulis
Blair Betts and Matt Walker seemed like they were primed for spots on the roster, but the Flyers waived both, allowing the rest of the league a chance to grab them.
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October 04, 2011
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Flyers Place Betts, Walker and Bartulis on Waivers
Kevin Allen of USAToday was the first to report that Blair Betts, the premier face-off man and penalty killer for the Flyers, had been placed on waivers. Renauld P. Lavoie of RDS Hockey has subsequently reported that defensemen Matt Walker and Oskars Bartulis have been placed on waivers.
There has been no news yet regarding Brayden [...]
Bill Meltzer: Meltzer Musings: 10/3/11
The Flyers have the day off from practice today but will resume preparations for Thursday's regular season opener in Boston. Between today and Wednesday, the Flyers will have to make roster cuts and become compliant with the salary cap (with Matt Walker still in camp, they are currently over the cap, even with Ian Laperriere going on LTIR late this week).
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