*The mascots all took a vote and elected something called “Tommy Hawk” as their elite leader. Safe to say they’re all jealous of the clear top talent in the mascot world. [NBC Sports Chicago]
*GM Chuck Fletcher claims to have no worry about the fact that two of his top RFAs remain without contracts. [Inquirer]
*The TK thing becomes interesting when you check out Bill Meltzer’s predictions for which players will make up the lines this season. Can’t let your top-line winger go unsigned heading into camp. [Flyers]
*Honestly, Meltzer’s construction of the top two lines shouldn’t be much of a surprise. Once Hayes was signed it seemed pretty clear how things were going to shake out in the top nine. [Flyers]
*There’s that one top nine spot open, though. And with Tyler Pitlick injured, the competition should be interesting. Number nine in the 25U25 might have a shot. [BSH]
*Speaking of holdouts, though… Mitch Marner is totally going to be one. [ProHockeyTalk]
*With all of the consternation over Andrew Luck’s NFL retirement, here are a few NHLers who pulled similar moves. [The Hockey News]
*And finally… Mike McKenna wasn’t a Flyer for long, but he sure is cool. Glad we got to be a part of his story. [AP]
