Flyers Acquire Trevor Zegras: A Game-Changer for Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Flyers have made a huge splash. They’ve added Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks. General Manager Daniel Briere announced the exciting news. This trade is set to boost the Flyers’ lineup.

What the Flyers Gave Up

The Flyers traded forward Ryan Poehling to Anaheim. They also gave up:

• Their 2025 second-round pick (45th overall)
• A 2026 fourth-round pick

Flyers Share the Big News

The Flyers couldn’t wait to share the news. They posted on social media: “We’ve got Trevor Zegras! In return, we’ve sent Ryan Poehling, our 2025 second-round pick, and a 2026 fourth-round pick to Anaheim.”

Meet Trevor Zegras

Trevor Zegras is a star in the NHL. The Anaheim Ducks picked him ninth overall in 2019. Here’s what you need to know:

• Age: 24
• Position: Center
• Height: 6 feet
• Weight: 185 pounds

So far, he’s scored 67 goals and made 119 assists. That’s a total of 186 points in 268 games. He was named to the 2022 NHL All-Rookie Team. He’s had two amazing seasons in a row, with over 60 points each time.

What the Flyers GM Says

Flyers GM Daniel Briere is thrilled. He said, “Zegras is a game-changer with the puck.”

Zegras’ Amazing 2022-23 Season

In the 2022-23 season, Zegras was the Ducks’ top scorer. He had 65 points in total. Here’s the breakdown:

• 23 goals
• 3 game-winning goals
• Multiple overtime goals

Zegras’ Recent Performance

Even with some injuries, Zegras has been strong. In the 2024-25 season, he’s played 57 games. He’s scored:

• 12 goals
• 32 points in total

He’s kept a great average of 0.56 points per game. That’s the fifth-best on the Ducks.

Zegras Shines Internationally

Zegras has also played for Team USA. He was the MVP at the 2021 World Junior Championships. He helped his team win gold with:

• 7 goals
• 18 points in just 7 games

In 2024, he played in eight games at the World Championships. He scored a goal and made an assist.

Zegras’ Success Before the NHL

Before the NHL, Zegras was a star at Boston University. In the 2019-20 season, he scored 36 points in 33 games. That’s 11 goals and 25 assists.

He also played well in the AHL. With the San Diego Gulls in 2020-21, he scored 10 goals and 21 points in just 17 games. Plus, he added three points in three playoff games.

Flyers’ Draft Picks After the Trade

Even after this trade, the Flyers have a strong lineup for the 2025 draft. They’re ready for the future.