Three free agents the Flyers could target if Nolan Patrick leaves

Let’s consider that Nolan Patrick wants a fresh start. What affordable free agents could replace him on the Philadelphia Flyers?

It is hard to win from behind. From a metaphorical standpoint the former second-round pick played from behind before the puck dropped to begin the season.

Nolan Patrick missed every game of 2019-2020 due to his migraine disorder. His reintroduction to the NHL featured an abbreviated training camp and an odd schedule; the only time a season consisted of strictly divisional opponents for 56 games. It’s like he entered into a brand new world without any actual preparation or context.

His inability to catch on showed. Nine points combined with an almost league-worst…