I think the McDavid new is literally best case scenario for the Flyers.

McDavid basically said if we don't win in 2 years, I'm done. I gave you cap flexibility, go get me a goalie and another piece and let's do it. If they don't, I have to imagine he looks to a contender. I don't think he would have considered Philly for next year, but in 3 years, he would be centering Michkov and Martone. They should have made the playoffs by then and proven to McDavid that he can win here. It's obviously very hopeful, but of all the things that would have happened with him, I think this was the best.