The Philadelphia Flyers have claimed defenseman Johnny Oduya from the Ottawa Senators on waivers, according to general manager Ron Hextall. In addition, defenseman Mark Alt has been claimed by the Colorado Avalanche.

Below are news & notes on Oduya:

JOHNNY ODUYA (oh-DOO-yuh)

POSITION: Defense

PREVIOUS TEAM: Ottawa Senators

DRAFTED: 2001 (7th Round, 221st Overall) - Washington Capitals

AGE: 36 (10/1/1981)

BORN: Stockholm, Sweden

VITALS: 6'0", 191 pounds

SHOOTS: Left