Umberger expects Flyers to buy him out

R.J. Umberger believes he's cleared out his Philadelphia Flyers locker for the last time.

The forward will turn 34 on May 2 and expects the Flyers to buy him out of the final season of his contract, according to the Courier-Post's Dave Isaac. He's slated to make $4.5 million in salary, while his cap number is $4.6 million.

It'll cost the Flyers $1.5 million to buy Umberger out, and $1.6 million against the cap, according to General Fanager.

"I expect (a buyout)," Umberger said. "Who wouldn't after my season? That's something up to them, their decision. Business side of it, you can't control that."

Umberger didn't play much this season, scoring two goals and adding nine assists in 39 games. He was unable to get into the club's postseason lineup, as the Flyers were bounced by the Washington Capitals in six games.

The Pittsburgh native began his career with Philadelphia, and had his most productive seasons with the Columbus Blue Jackets from 2008-09 through 2011-12.

"It hasn't been a great two years (in Philadelphia)," Umberger added. "It's not what I imagined when I came here, but that's life.

"I know I still have stuff in the tank. I'll make the best of it wherever I'm at."