Overview
- Multiple national insiders including Kevin Weekes and Pierre LeBrun reported on Monday that the Flyers and Dan Vladar are close to a five-year extension with an average annual value in the mid-$5 million range.
- Vladar, 28, posted a 29-14-7 record with a 2.42 goals-against average and a .906 save percentage in 2025–26, numbers the Flyers cite as the reason to lock him in as their starter.
- The contract cannot be signed or announced until July 1 because Vladar still has one year left on his current deal, which delays the timing of related roster and cap moves.
- A long-term commitment would force the Flyers to decide Samuel Ersson’s role or tradeability and to pursue a higher-floor veteran backup while prospects develop in the AHL.
- Analysts note the deal would be a substantial raise from Vladar’s $3.35 million current salary and could be team-friendly if he maintains his play, but it also carries the risk of overpaying after one breakout season.