Flyers Send Jett Luchanko Back to Juniors
The Philadelphia Flyers have returned 19-year-old Jett Luchanko to his junior team, Guelph of the OHL, to play more minutes and refine his game.
Due to limited NHL ice time and rules restricting his options, the Flyers chose to prioritize Luchanko's development over keeping him with the team.
The Flyers were in a bit of a pickle with Luchanko. The 19-year-old, by rule, isn't allowed to play in the AHL.
- Luchanko was not allowed to play in the AHL due to his age.
- The Flyers are trying to win now and do not have a spot for Luchanko in the top nine.
The decision was made to give Luchanko the opportunity to earn a spot, despite skeptics saying that the Flyers had an abundance of centers ahead of him.
Author's summary: Flyers prioritize Jett Luchanko's development.