Philly Leader

The 2024-25 season is underway, and the progress of various Flyers prospects in different leagues is being closely monitored. Jett Luchanko, a center for the Guelph Storm in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), has started to find his rhythm after returning from a stint in the National Hockey League. In a recent game against the London Knights, Luchanko delivered an impressive performance with four assists, three of which were primary helpers. This game doubled his point tally since rejoining Guelph.

Samu Tuomaala, a right winger for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms in the American Hockey League (AHL), has accumulated 10 points over 11 games this season. Known for his speed and shooting ability, Tuomaala continues to be a key player for his team.

Yegor Zagravin, a goaltender for SKA St. Petersburg in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), is making strides as SKA's primary starting goalie. With two shutouts so far this season, Zavragin's development trajectory resembles that of notable NHL goaltenders who also began their careers in the KHL.

Other Flyers prospects are also making significant impacts early in their seasons. Cole Knuble at Notre Dame and Carson Bjarnason with Brandon Wheat Kings have shown strong performances in their respective leagues. Spencer Gill's promising play earned him an entry-level contract with the Flyers after an impressive Rookie Camp.

Jack Berglund and Alexis Gendron are contributing effectively to their teams' efforts as well. Berglund plays for Färjestads BK Karlstad in Sweden while Gendron is part of the Phantoms lineup.

The Prospect Pipeline podcast will soon feature more on other up-and-coming players like Alex Bump and Heikki Ruohonen.