NHL Trade Speculation: 5 Forwards Who Could Replace Philly's Claude Giroux

With word that Philadelphia's captain Chris Pronger is out for the rest of the season, the focus now turns to Claude Giroux and what will become of the future superstar.

Claude was accidentally kneed in the back of the head by his teammate Wayne Simmonds a few games back, and hasn't been feeling right ever since. There is still hope that he will return this season, but the longer he's out of the lineup, the less and less likely it will be that he sees ice time again this year.

To put it simply, the Flyers will not be able to compete in the playoffs without both Chris Pronger and Claude Giroux. Yes, the team is doing well right now, but the playoffs are a whole different animal. With all the younger guys on the team this year, they need more direction. 

Here are five forwards that would be a good replacement for Claude Giroux, in the event that he will need to sit out the remainder of the year.

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