On Thursday, Konecny signed an eight-year contract extension worth $70 million, making him the highest-paid player on the Flyers starting from the 2025-26 season.

The deal, with an average annual value of $8.75 million, provides Konecny with financial security and solidifies his commitment to the team. The contract includes a full no-move clause for the first six years and a limited no-trade clause for the final two years, ensuring his presence on the Flyers' roster.

Konecny, who just began the final year of his current six-year, $33 million agreement, was due for a significant raise from his previous $5.5 million average annual value. The 27-year-old winger's new contract binds him to Philadelphia until the 2032-33 season, demonstrating his strong desire to remain a Flyer for the foreseeable future.

Expressing his enthusiasm, Konecny stated during a Zoom press conference, "I wanted to be a Flyer for life. What we have been working toward and what I believe that this team can be, this is where I wanted to be. It was pretty easy for me to make the decision that I was going to stay here as long as possible."

Over the past two seasons, Konecny has proven himself to be an invaluable asset to the Flyers. Previously viewed as a potential trade chip, he has emerged as the team's best player, showcasing his leadership skills and ability to guide a younger team. This realization led to the Flyers prioritizing his long-term contract extension over exploring trade options.

Flyers' General Manager Danny Briere expressed his delight at securing Konecny's services for the foreseeable future, stating, "Travis Konecny is an integral part of the fabric of our team. His work ethic, combined with his tenacity and talent, makes him a central figure for what we are building towards, and his determination for our future success speaks volumes about his commitment to our team and city."

With this significant contract extension, the Flyers have solidified their core and can now focus on building a successful future around the talented winger. Flyers fans can look forward to witnessing Konecny's continued contributions both on and off the ice for years to come.

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