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Flyers’ Matvei Michkov has not requested a trade: Source

The Philadelphia Flyers have not received a trade request from Matvei Michkov, according to general manager Daniel Brière and team sources.

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The Philadelphia Flyers say they have not received a formal trade request from Matvei Michkov or his agent, responding to reports that the young forward is interested in a fresh start. ESPN reported on Tuesday via Kevin Weekes that Michkov "would likely want a new start elsewhere" due to internal turmoil. Flyers general manager Daniel Brière stated, "This is all news to me," adding that the team has no plan or intention to trade Michkov and has never discussed it. According to a team source cited by The New York Times, the organization believes Michkov and his camp do not want a trade. The rumors followed a public, heated bench discussion in Vancouver between Michkov and veteran defenseman Nick Seeler during a stoppage in play, which appeared to stem from Michkov shooting instead of passing to an open Seeler. Brière downplayed the incident, stating that he likes having fiery players who want to win and that such disagreements are normal. Brière said, "If we had a culture where guys are yelling at each other and no one is responding, a culture that guys don't care about winning, then we'd be in trouble." The Flyers front office expressed satisfaction with Michkov's development and performance this season. Michkov has recorded 10 goals in 20 games and has averaged 15:54 of ice time per game under coach Rick Tocchet. Brière noted that Michkov is facing tougher competition and running the first power-play unit this season. The team sits with a 5-10-5 record in the first quarter of the season, and Brière noted that the team started later than it should have.

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Quick answers

Has Matvei Michkov requested a trade from the Flyers?

No. ESPN reported that Michkov might want a new start, but general manager Daniel Brière and team sources stated the Flyers have not received a trade request and have no plans to trade him.

What caused the bench argument between Matvei Michkov and Nick Seeler?

Sources reported the heated exchange in Vancouver concerned an earlier play where Michkov shot the puck instead of passing to an open Seeler.

How has Matvei Michkov performed for the Flyers this season?

Michkov has scored 10 goals in 20 games and is averaging 15:54 of ice time per game, while managing increased responsibilities under coach Rick Tocchet.

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Matvei Michkov Philadelphia Flyers Daniel Briere Kevin Weekes Nick Seeler

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