Ahead of a matinee contest against the New York Rangers, the Philadelphia Flyers called up an emerging top prospect.

It’s been nearly a month since the New York Rangers last played a game within the Metropolitan Division. But that’ll

Drafted by the Flyers in the third round of the 2023 NHL draft, Barkey turned pro this season and has been impressive while skating primarily on the wing for Lehigh Valley of the AHL.

Foerster’s two-way play was so proficient that colleague Dom Luszczyszyn listed him as a potential down-ballot Selke Trophy candidate on the day of Foerster’s injury. Foerster’s line with Noah Cates and Bobby Brink was almost always going up against the other team’s top line, reflecting his increased value:

But late in the second period, after two unproductive Buffalo power plays and a go-ahead goal for Philadelphia, the Sabres’ offense finally flipped a switch.

With Zamula clearing waivers, the Flyers now have the freedom to assign him to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. However, at this point, the Flyers have not announced that they have sent Zamula down to the AHL.

At 11:59 p.m. on Friday, NHL rosters are frozen until 12:01 a.m. on Dec. 28. During this time, the Flyers are unable to waive, trade, or loan players. The lone exception is an injury that prevents them from dressing a full roster.