2026 NHL Free Agency: Latest Rumors, Trade Speculation, and Team Reactions

Initially, the Flyers were reported to be unlikely to make an offer sheet, but internal discussions resumed on Tuesday, according to a team source.

A possible target is Dallas Stars forward Mavrik Bourque.

If the Stars sign Jason Robertson to a large extension — now more likely after they missed out on defenseman Zach Werenski — they may lack the salary‑cap room to retain Bourque, who recorded 20 goals and 41 points last season. The Flyers could propose an offer sheet of up to roughly $7 million, which would compel them to surrender a first‑, second‑ and third‑round draft pick.

Alternatively, the mere threat of an offer sheet from the Flyers might compel Dallas to trade Bourque to Philadelphia, enabling the Stars — still focused on immediate contention — to acquire a more NHL‑ready player or prospect in exchange for the 24‑year‑old.

Regarding Werenski, the Flyers continued trade talks with the Blue Jackets on Tuesday. According to a recent report by Chris Johnston and Aaron Portzline, the defenseman, who holds a full no‑movement clause, would prefer a move to Tampa Bay or Toronto.

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