Philadelphia Flyers 2025 NHL Draft recap: Flyers building an identity

The Philadelphia Flyers closed off their 2025 NHL Draft with nine selections, five of which were in the top-50. With every passing pick, the Flyers were sending a clear message: they dream big. Literally.

Five of their first six picks were taller than 6’2”, starting at 6th overall with Porter Martone all the way down to Matthew Gard at 57th. The Flyers valued size in this class, and were even willing to trade up to secure said size.

We’ll evaluate each pick one by one, and then summarize how this class shapes the Flyers moving forward.

1st round, 6th overall: Porter Martone, RW, Brampton Steelheads (OHL)

Our third-ranked prospect in the 2025 NHL Draft, Martone’s selection at sixth-overall makes a tonne of sense for the Flyers. He brings the size they seek, but also brings a high-end skillset t