Who the heck is Phil Myers?

Photo by Patrick McDermott/NHLI via Getty ImagesAfter Saturday’s stunning trade of Ryan Ellis to the Philadelphia Flyers, many Predators fans were asking the question listed in the headline above. As a Flyers fan myself, I was not one of them. Today, I’m here to answer some questions, add some concerns, and overall enlighten the Nashville faithful as to why Philippe Myers is a valuable, exciting addition, as well as a massive risk. Let’s talk about what I mean by that.

Physical Talent

When hockey people talk about Phil Myers, they speak in hushed, awe-struck tones in reference to his athletic ability. Myers stands a towering 6’5” at 210 lbs, has adequate or better NHL-level skill with the…