I've never really understood what the big deal is with Hayes. He's ... just OK. He's gone over 20 goals all of two times in his career, isn't much of a passer, and for a big, physical guy he's not much for the defensive side of the rink. He's just a big body who can play just well enough to stick in your top 6 ... if you squint. He's a poster boy for the "gotta get bigger/heavier" crowd, I guess.Kevin Weekes says the Hayes to the Blues deal is back on. The return is a 2024 6th round pick. I’m sure there will be salary retention too. But this is a salary dump, rather than a hockey trade now.
Edit: LeBrun says it’s complete. Flyers retain 50%