According to one source, some within the Flyers wonder if Ellis even wants to be part of the organization. As I was told earlier in the week, Ellis has not been seen around the team in three weeks.
Even if Ellis wants out, it is hard to imagine a scenario that would see him in a different uniform to start next season. Having played in just four games this season, it is unlikely a team takes a flier on him and his five year contract ($6.25 million AAV). Additionally, if Ellis can't get healthy and back on the ice, it would make it very difficult to move him, as a physical would have to be passed with any team looking to acquire him. If he can't get healthy, the Flyers are likely "stuck with him," as one well-placed source mentioned to me.
