Flyers coach Rick Tocchet denies Matvei Michkov asked the team for a trade

Philadelphia Flyers coach Rick Tocchet stated on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, that winger Matvei Michkov has not requested a trade from the organization. Tocchet made the comments prior to a game against the Edmonton Oilers, directly contradicting a report published Tuesday suggesting Michkov would likely seek a change of scenery. The denial aims to quell speculation surrounding the young winger's future with the Flyers.