At one point, Taylor Leier was one of the higher-regarded prospects in the Flyers’ system. Since Ron Hextall took over as general manager, the prospect pool of forwards has filled up, pushing Leier down the depth chart.
Drafted in the fourth round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, Leier has spent the majority of his time with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, while also seeing action in 16 NHL games with the Flyers. During those 16 games he has tallied one goal and one assist, both of which came this past season.
No. 17: Taylor Leier
Position: LW
Age: 23 (2/15/1994)
Acquired Via: 2012 NHL Draft -- Round 2, Pick 117 (Pick acquired from Columbus along with Pick No.