Charlie O’Connor On Briere & Flyers Drafting “BOOM OR BUST” Defenseman Prospect Maksim Sokolovskii

The Philadelphia Flyers made one of the most polarizing picks of the 2026 NHL Draft, selecting Maksim Sokolovskii with the 27th overall pick after trading back in the first round. Standing at 6'7" and over 230 pounds, Sokolovskii has all the physical tools to become a shutdown, punishing NHL defenseman—but his offensive game and overall upside have scouts split, making him one of the biggest boom-or-bust prospects in the draft. Charlie O'Connor of PHLY Flyers Podcast reports live from Atlantic City, NJ to discuss GM Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers' plan with Sokolovskii, upside, and more. #Flyers #PhiladelphiaFlyers #NHLDraft...