Flyers’ Captain Forsberg Traded

After being told by Philadelphia Flyers’ owner Ed Snyder to decide his fate by February 18th, The indecisive Flyers’ captain Peter Forsberg was declared a healthy scratch in the Flyers’ February 15th game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, despite contributing in the pre-game skate. This is a screaming indication that the Flyers have all but completed a deal with a team for Forsberg, which is heavily rumored to be to the Nashville Predators for two prospects and a 1st round draft pick in the 2007 entry draft. One Nashville player rumored to be involved in the trade for Forsberg, is quick playing solid defensemen Ryan Parent, who’s surname will surely fit in Philadelphia. Though this is speculation at best, more draft picks could be added, as well as a possible NHL ready player. The trade has to be approved by league offices in Toronto which could be the cause of the information delay.

Update: ESPN is reporting the Philadelphia Flyers have officially completed a trade with the Nashville Predators for Peter Forsberg. The trade consists of Peter Forsberg to Nashville for agitating forward Scottie Upshaw, shut down defending prospect, Ryan Parent, a first round draft pick, and a conditional 3rd round draft pick in the 2007 draft. Regardless of the trade, Forsberg is a free agent at the end of the season, and could possibly re-sign with the Flyers at that time.