As the Philadelphia Flyers gear up for the 2025-26 season, several prospects are looking to make a significant impact at training camp. With the Flyers aiming to improve and inject youth into their lineup, these players have a prime opportunity to prove their worth and potentially secure a spot on the NHL roster. Here are three Flyers prospects to watch closely during training camp: Alex Bump, Jett Luchanko, and Porter Martone.
Alex Bump (LW) Alex Bump is a 21-year-old left winger who has caught the attention of the Flyers' management and fans alike. Drafted in the fifth round in 2022, Bump has consistently impressed with his performance, first in the USHL and then at Western Michigan University. After winning the NCAA championship in 2025, he transitioned to professional hockey with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, making an immediate impact in his playoff debut.
Bump is determined to earn a spot on the Flyers' opening night roster. His strong play in college and the AHL has positioned him as a serious contender for a wing position. However, he faces competition from established players like Tyson Foerster, Travis Konecny, and Matvei Michkov, as well as fellow prospect Bobby Brink. Bump's performance in training camp and preseason games will be crucial in determining whether he can break into the Flyers' top nine forwards.
Jett Luchanko (C)
Jett Luchanko, a highly touted prospect, made the Flyers' opening night roster in the 2024-25 season, appearing in four NHL games before being reassigned to the Ontario Hockey League's Guelph Storm. Luchanko is known for his speed, playmaking abilities, and two-way awareness. He has worked on improving his shot to become a more consistent offensive threat.
After impressing in the previous year's training camp and earning praise from coach John Tortorella, Luchanko aims to prove he can once again secure a spot on the NHL roster. Although he missed the rookie camp due to a lower-body injury, he is expected to be fully recovered for training camp. Luchanko's versatility and hockey sense could make him a valuable asset to the Flyers.
Porter Martone (RW)
Porter Martone, a first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, is another prospect generating considerable buzz. After excelling in the Ontario Hockey League with the Brampton Steelheads, Martone has chosen to play college hockey at Michigan State University for the 2025-26 season. This decision allows him to focus on improving his skating and defensive consistency.
Martone is considered one of the most NHL-ready prospects from the 2025 draft class. He possesses a combination of vision, shooting ability, and forechecking skills that could translate well to the NHL. While a season in the NCAA is expected to further prepare Martone for the NHL, there's an avenue for him to join the Flyers immediately if he impresses at training camp.
The Flyers' training camp will provide a platform for these three prospects to showcase their skills and compete for a coveted spot on the NHL roster. Their performance during camp and the preseason games will be closely evaluated by the coaching staff and management as they make decisions about the team's composition for the upcoming season.
