The Philadelphia Flyers have been rebuilding their team for the 2023-24 season, knowing that they need more talent to succeed. General manager Danny Briere emphasized the importance of the draft in acquiring young talent. The upcoming 2024 NHL draft will be a crucial opportunity for the Flyers to add to their roster, with the first round taking place on June 28-29 in Las Vegas.
With 10 picks, including two first-round selections, the Flyers are in a good position to strengthen their team. They will make their first pick at No. 12 overall, where Briere believes they can find a talented player. Last year, the Flyers drafted Matvei Michkov and Oliver Bonk in the first round, and they are looking to continue adding top prospects to their lineup.
One of the players on their radar is Konsta Helenius, a 5-foot-11 center from Finland. Helenius has shown great skill and intelligence on the ice, producing impressive numbers playing against older competition in his home country. With 36 points in 51 games in Liiga, Finland’s top pro league, Helenius has proven himself as a top talent in the draft.
Scouts have praised Helenius for his hockey sense, puck skills, and ability to generate offense. He is ranked as one of the top prospects in the draft by various experts and is seen as a potential top-six center in the NHL. The Flyers could benefit from adding a player like Helenius to their roster, as they look to strengthen their center position and develop young talent.
With experienced coaches and scouts to guide him, Helenius could make a smooth transition to the NHL and contribute to the Flyers’ success in the future. The team is hopeful that he can become a key player alongside their other top prospects and help lead them to victory. As the draft approaches, all eyes will be on Helenius and the Flyers as they look to build a competitive team for the upcoming season.