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FILE - In this March 10, 2019, file photo, Winnipeg Jets right wing Kevin Hayes (12) shoots the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, in Washington. The Philadelphia Flyers have signed center Kevin Hayes to a $50 million, seven-year contract that’s worth $7.14 million per season. Hayes should step in as the Flyers’ new No. 2 center behind Sean Couturier. General manager Chuck Fletcher announced the deal Wednesday, June 19, 2019, file photo, saying the 6-foot-5, 216-pound Hayes “plays a smart, two-way game and is just entering the prime of his career.” Philadelphia acquired Hayes’ negotiating rights from Winnipeg for a fifth-round pick during the Stanley Cup Final. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Flyers’ ‘win-now’ offseason continues with Hayes signing

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

The covered Kate Smith statue sits outside Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, April 19, 2019. The Philadelphia Flyers covered the statue of singer Kate Smith outside their arena, following the New York Yankees in cutting ties and looking into allegations of racism against the 1930s star with a popular recording of “God Bless America.” Flyers officials said Friday they also plan to remove Smith’s recording of “God Bless America” from their library. They say several songs performed by Smith “contain offensive lyrics that do not reflect our values as an organization.” (David Maialetti/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)

Flyers remove statue of late singer Kate Smith

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The covered Kate Smith statue sits outside Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, April 19, 2019. The Philadelphia Flyers covered the statue of singer Kate Smith outside their arena, following the New York Yankees in cutting ties and looking into allegations of racism against the 1930s star with a popular recording of “God Bless America.” Flyers officials said Friday they also plan to remove Smith’s recording of “God Bless America” from their library. They say several songs performed by Smith “contain offensive lyrics that do not reflect our values as an organization.” (David Maialetti/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)

Kate Smith statue removed by Philadelphia Flyers

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A television photographer records the partially covered statue of singer Kate Smith near the Wells Fargo Center, Friday, April 19, 2019, in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Flyers covered the statue of singer Kate Smith outside their arena, following the New York Yankees in cutting ties and looking into allegations of racism against the 1930s star with a popular recording of &quot;God Bless America.&quot; Flyers officials said Friday they also plan to remove Smith’s recording of “God Bless America” from their library. They say several songs performed by Smith “contain offensive lyrics that do not reflect our values as an organization.” (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Kate Smith’s ‘God Bless America’ dropped by Flyers, statue covered after 1930s racism claims

By Douglas Ernst - The Washington Times

Alain Vigneault, newly hired Philadelphia Flyers head coach, smiles while speaking to the media during an introductory press conference at the Flyer's NHL hockey practice facility, Thursday, April 18, 2019, in Voorhees, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Flyers turn to winner Vigneault to snap championship drought

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

In this Nov. 2016, file photo, New York Rangers head coach Alain Vigneault, top, gives instructions in the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Pittsburgh. The Philadelphia Flyers have hired Vigneault as head coach. Vigneault has led the Rangers and Vancouver Canucks to the Stanley Cup final and takes over a Flyers team that missed the playoffs for the second time in three seasons. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File) **FILE**

Flyers hire Alain Vigneault as head coach

By Dan Gelston - Associated Press

Philadelphia Flyers NHL hockey team general manger Chuck Fletcher speaks at an end of season press conference in Voorhees, N.J., Monday, April 8, 2019. (Jose F. Morena/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)

Flyers start search for coach after missing playoffs

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Carolina Hurricanes' Jordan Staal (11) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Hurricanes top Flyers 4-3, will face Capitals in 1st round

By JEFF NEIBURG - Associated Press

St. Louis Blues' Alexander Steen (20) scores on Philadelphia Flyers' Brian Elliott (37) during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Thursday, April 4, 2019, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Bill Boyce)

Blues use early 5-goal blitz to bury Flyers 7-3

By STEVE OVERBEY - Associated Press

Dallas Stars right wing Alexander Radulov (47) reacts with teammate Tyler Seguin (91) looking on after Radulov scored a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers in Dallas, Tuesday, April 2, 2019. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Stars clinch 1st playoff trip since 2016, beating Flyers 6-2

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

New York Rangers goaltender Alexandar Georgiev looks for the puck after making a save during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Sunday, March 31, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Georgiev makes 29 saves and Rangers blank Flyers 3-0

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Philadelphia Flyers' Sean Couturier, left, scores past Toronto Maple Leafs' Frederik Andersen during the shootout in an NHL hockey game Wednesday, March 27, 2019, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 5-4. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Couturier lifts Flyers to 5-4 shootout win over Maple Leafs

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Philadelphia Flyers right wing Jakub Voracek (93), of the Czech Republic, collides with Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby (70) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, March 24, 2019, in Washington. Capitals left wing Carl Hagelin (62) and defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) look on. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Holtby sharp as Capitals beat Flyers to end losing streak

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Philadelphia Flyers right wing Jakub Voracek (93), of the Czech Republic, collides with Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby (70) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, March 24, 2019, in Washington. Capitals left wing Carl Hagelin (62) and defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) look on. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Braden Holtby, Capitals stave off Flyers to complete season sweep

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

New York Islanders' Josh Bailey celebrate after scoring a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Saturday, March 23, 2019, in Philadelphia. New York won 4-2. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Bailey powers Islanders past Flyers 4-2

By ANTHONY SANFILIPPO - Associated Press

Philadelphia Flyers center Corban Knight (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, March 21, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

Hart makes 40 saves as Flyers beat Blackhawks 3-1

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Montreal Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher, center, celebrates past Philadelphia Flyers' Sean Couturier, left, after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, March 19, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Canadiens beat listless Flyers 3-1

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Penguins' Teddy Blueger (53) can't get his stick on a rebound in front of Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart (79) with Michael Raffl (12) defending during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, March 17, 2019. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Flyers rally late to stun Penguins 2-1 in overtime

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews celebrates his go-ahead goal on Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Brian Elliott during the third period of an NHL hockey game Friday, March 15, 2019, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Matthews scores 2 in 3rd period, Maple Leafs beat Flyers 7-6

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Washington Capitals' Brett Connolly, left, scores past Philadelphia Flyers goalie Carter Hart, center, and Ivan Provorov, right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, March 14, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)

Capitals rock rookie goalie Carter Hart for road win over Flyers

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times