NHL: Maxence Guénette Traded to Flyers
The Philadelphia Flyers have officially acquired defenseman Maxence Guénette from the Ottawa Senators. In this trade, the Senators receive defenseman Dennis Gilbert in return. This transaction was confirmed on November 17, 2025.
Details of the Trade
Maxence Guénette, a 24-year-old from L’Ancienne-Lorette, was drafted by Ottawa in the seventh round of the 2019 NHL Draft. Over the past four seasons, he has been part of the Senators organization but has only played eight NHL games in total.
This season, Guénette has not participated in any games yet, as he was a restricted free agent and had requested a trade over the summer. The Flyers have signed him to a one-year, two-way contract, allowing for flexibility in his playing status.
About Dennis Gilbert
In exchange, the Ottawa Senators receive 29-year-old Dennis Gilbert. He had played in four games for the Senators last season after being acquired from the Buffalo Sabres on March 7. Gilbert signed a one-year contract with the Flyers on July 1 of the same year.
- Gilbert’s NHL Career: He has played a total of 111 NHL games across six seasons.
- Career Statistics: He has scored three goals and provided 17 assists, totaling 20 points.
- Recent Performance: Gilbert has been playing with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms in the American Hockey League this season.
This trade marks a new chapter for both players, as they transition to different teams in pursuit of enhanced opportunities in their careers.
