Experts say they like the Flyers’ No. 6 pick as Martone was the best player available, but some question marks were raised after they traded up from No. 22 and No. 31 to take Nesbitt at No. 12.

Rather than throwing a hit to separate an opposing player from the puck, he will choose to throw a hit to start something with his opponent. While the latter can be of value at times (specifically if you do it legally), he needs to prioritize the former, especially given what he can do with the puck when he has it.

Size became a very clear trend across the Flyers' 2025 draft haul, but assistant GM Brent Flahr said that was only part of the team's equation this weekend.