via the Philadelphia Flyers,

The Philadelphia Flyers announced they have acquired forward Kevin Hayes from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a fifth round pick in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, according to Executive Vice President & General Manager, Chuck Fletcher.

"By gaining the rights to Kevin at this time, it provides us with an opportunity to negotiate with him prior to July 1 when he is due to become an unrestricted free agent," said Fletcher.