Avs add Sean Walker from Flyers in deal involving 1st-round pick
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The Colorado Avalanche acquired defenseman Sean Walker and a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft from the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday.
The Flyers received forward Ryan Johansen and a conditional first-round selection in the 2025 draft in exchange, then promptly placed Johansen on waivers. The pick heading to Philadelphia is top-10 protected.
Walker, 29, has played i