So rather than adding to a position that already looks to be one of strength, the Flyers would be much better served this summer by actually filling what remains as their biggest hole — down the middle. And that’s why a guy such as Sam Bennett, arguably the second-best pending free agent, makes much more sense.

The Maple Leafs elimination on Sunday night has now blown the doors off speculation regarding Mitch Marner’s future in Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs star forward Mitch Marner is predicted to leave them in free agency for a rival in a massive deal.