*While certainly not prospects anymore, there is a group of current Philadelphia Flyers that can still develop into better players. Among that group is Noah Cates, who thrived as a rookie – he even got some Selke Trophy nods – and is now looking to take the next step. [The Athletic]
*Extremely revelant to what the Flyers have done recently: A back-and-forth debate about whether it is better to hire a veteran head coach, or take the appropriate risk with a rookie bench boss. [Yahoo Sports]
*A look at the top-5 fighters that have worn the orange and black, of all-time. [The Hockey News]
*Erik Karlsson was traded to the stupid and smelly Pittsburgh Penguins a few days ago. Pens President and GM Kyle Dubas believes that this transaction is an “affirmation” that his team can now compete for a Stanley Cup. A quick reminder that Dubas experienced his first ever second-round series just earlier this year. [NHL dot com]
*And finally, we are just a few days away from the 3ICE final right here at The Farg! If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, be sure to take advantage of our exclusive deal, and use this link to get you and your friends and family a few $10 tickets. Hockey in August, baby. It’s going to be a good time.
