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Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
Flyers’ Porter Martone & Jack Nesbitt Selections Reveal Long-Term Philosophy

Flyers’ Porter Martone & Jack Nesbitt Selections Reveal Long-Term Philosophy

The Philadelphia Flyers entered the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft needing talent down the middle. That was no secret. So, why did they use the No. 6 pick in a top-heavy center class on a winger?

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