Pronger boosts Flyers’ Stanley Cup chances with needed toughness on blue line

Pronger ready for long-term commitment Flyers

VOORHEES, N.J. — Chris Pronger says he’s willing to discuss a contract extension with the Flyers that will keep him in Philadelphia beyond next season and help keep the organization a perennial Stanley Cup contender.

Pronger, introduced by the Flyers at their practice facility on Monday, wants to end his career in Philadelphia. Pronger and prospect Ryan Dingle went from the Anaheim Ducks to Philadelphia for forward Joffrey Lupul, defenseman Luca Sbisa, first-round picks in 2009 and 2010 and a conditional third-round pick in 2010 or 2011.

The 34-year-old Pronger, who had 11 goals and 37 assists last season, will earn $6.25 million next season. He is hopeful a new deal can be reached before the start of the season. Contract talks have already begun with Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren.