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Dennis Gilbert has been placed on waivers, and is the last Flyers cut. This appears to be part of the team’s ongoing Training Camp roster cuts as they trim down ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season. Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Date of Waiver: October 4, 2025
- Context: Gilbert, a 28-year-old left-shot defenseman signed to a one-year, $875,000 contract with the Flyers on July 1, 2025, was brought in as depth on the blue line. He has 111 career NHL games across multiple teams (Blackhawks, Avalanche, Flames, Sabres, Senators) but limited production (3 goals, 17 assists). With the Flyers’ defensive depth chart crowded—featuring players like Travis Sanheim, Jamie Drysdale, and emerging prospects like Emil Andrae and Oliver Bonk—Gilbert was likely seen as expendable for an AHL assignment to the Lehigh Valley Phantoms if he clears waivers.
- Status: If he clears (typically after 24 hours), Gilbert then will be assigned to the AHL. No other teams have been linked yet.
- Source of Rumor: This stems from early Training Camp transaction buzz, with Gilbert listed as affiliated with the Phantoms for the 2025-26 season.
Why This Cut?
The Flyers are in the final stages of Pre-Season roster decisions, and Gilbert’s physical style (known for hits and blocked shots) didn’t secure a top-7 spot amid competition from younger, higher-upside options. Pre-free agency reports even flagged him as a potential waiver candidate if he underperformed in camp. If no team claims him, expect him in Lehigh Valley soon.
Jett Luchanko , Noah Juulsen, and Rodrigo Abols have all made the team, with Egor Zamuula fitting into the opening night role, as well.
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