The Flyers obviously feel that Niskanen provides an upgrade.
What this shows is that the Flyers want to contend now, so they will likely be involved in some traded.
With Kevin Hayes likely signing, Nolan Patrick is perhaps available for the right price, whatever that may be. But it won't be for "bits and pieces". I expect he'll be part of a larger trade, where the Flyers will give up Patrick plus another good piece for a good forward upgrade.
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