Flyers Face Trade Decision on Alexei Kolosov

The Philadelphia Flyers are facing uncertainty regarding goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov, who has chosen to stay in the KHL rather than report to training camp. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reports that the Flyers have set a trade price of a second-round pick for Kolosov, but any interested teams must first confirm his willingness to return to North America. Kolosov's decision stems from feelings of homesickness and dissatisfaction with his situation in the AHL, where he felt isolated. Teams like the Nashville Predators and Calgary Flames have shown interest, but the Flyers are cautious due to Kolosov's current reluctance to leave Russia. This marks another instance of a Flyers prospect opting out before even playing for the organization, complicating the team's goaltending situation. The Flyers hope that a more appealing environment could entice Kolosov to reconsider his stance on returning to the NHL.