Travis Konecny, Flyers Agree to $70M Contract Extension Ahead of 2024 NHL Season

Travis Konecny isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

The Philadelphia Flyers signed the veteran forward to an eight-year extension worth an average of $8.75 million per season, the team announced Thursday.

"I couldn't be happier to sign again with the Flyers," he said in a statement. "There's such a bright and exciting future with this team and I can't wait to be a part of it for the next nine years and see what we will accomplish."

Konecny, 27, led the Flyers in both goals (33) and assists (35) last season, his second straight campaign exceeding both 30 goals and 30 assists. He was an All-Star for the second time.

"Travis Konecny is an integral part of the fabric of our team and we are thrilled to have him under contract for the long-term," general manager Daniel Brière said in a statement. "Travis has grown into a significant leader on our team and he truly embodies what it means to be a Flyer. His work-ethic, combined with his tenacity and talent makes him a central figure for what we are building towards, and his determination for our future success speaks volumes about his commitment to our team and city."

It was a major commitment from the Flyers, though Konecny has continued to progress as a player in recent seasons:

Konecny has spent his entire eight-year career with the Flyers. This deal might ensure he never plays for another team.

It's been an exciting summer for the rebuilding Flyers, with top prospect Matvei Michkov surprisingly joining the team for the upcoming season. Expectations are higher in Philly than they have been in quite some time for the Flyers, largely surrounding Michkov's huge potential.

But keeping Konecny for the long term is a solid development for the team as well.