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5 rookies that could impact the Flyers in 2024-25

The Flyers have plenty of young players looking to break into the league. These five rookies have a chance to make an impact on the team next season.

By Ariel Melendez

Jul 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers 2023 first round draft pick Matvei Michkov throws out first pitch before game between Philadelphia Phillies and New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers 2023 first round draft pick Matvei Michkov throws out first pitch before game between Philadelphia Phillies and New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports / Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
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Adam Ginning

Adam Ginning earned his first real taste of the NHL during a nine-game stint last season. And he didn't look that out of place. It's a small sample size, but Ginning helped tilt the play in Philadelphia's end when he was on the ice. The young Swede may not make the Flyers out of training camp, but he is certain to be in the mix throughout the season.

It's tough to say any defensemen knocking on the door can make an impact. The backend is crowded as is. With Rasmus Ristolainen and Jamie Drysdale expected to return, there are seven defensemen on the Flyers' current roster. Aside from Erik Johnson, everyone is a regular in the lineup as well. But injuries are unavoidable, the Flyers are well aware of that.

Ginning signed a two-year deal this offseason amid rumors of him potentially returning to Sweden. He's on the bubble and should find himself on the Flyers at some point during the season. It's not a guarantee, but the fact that the second year of his deal will pay him the same no matter where he is could be a sign that the team sees him as a part of their blueline future.

He played valuable minutes during the Flyers' playoff run and showed himself to be reliable. He's a shutdown, physical defenseman who did score his first NHL goal last season. It may not be a huge impact, but if Ginning can give the team the same kind of minutes as he did before, it will go a long way.

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