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Flyers Recall Oliver Bonk and David Jiricek for Playoff Depth

The recalls give Philadelphia postseason insurance through two first-round prospects.

Apr 14, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers left wing Noah Cates (27) and defenseman Oliver Bonk (59) celebrate win against the MontrŽal Canadiens at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Flyers, who made the moves Monday before Game 2 in Pittsburgh, brought up the defensemen after AHL Lehigh Valley’s season ended Sunday.
  • Both join as playoff “black aces,” a common practice where extra players skate with the team for emergencies and get a taste of the playoff pace.
  • Bonk, 20, scored a goal and an assist in his NHL debut in the regular-season finale against Montreal after an AHL year shortened by an early injury.
  • Jiricek, acquired at the trade deadline for Bobby Brink, posted 13 points in 15 games with Lehigh Valley and has 85 NHL games of experience that could put him first in if a puck-mover is needed.
  • The Flyers signed Jiricek to a two-year, $3 million extension earlier this month, and his waiver exemption ends July 1, which raises near-term roster decisions.