Thursday Morning Fly By: You learn the game from the press box

*Despite telling us that big decisions would wait until after Worlds, Alain Vigneault has now laid out the structure of his new coaching staff: Therrien on the power play and forwards, Yeo on the penalty kill and defensemen, and our old pal Ian Laperriere? In the press box. Wondrous. [Philly.com]

*And if you’re wondering why AV picked the guys he did, this may provide some insight. [Courier-Post]

*Speaking of Big Al, he’s literally living the dream coaching Team Canada at Worlds. [Sportsnet]

*Oskar Lindblom: he was pretty good! [Flyers]

*As the draft approaches there will a lot of talk about which player the Flyers will pick with the 11th overall, but what about what the Flyers could get for the 11th overall? [BSH]

*Next up in Charlie’s RFA series is Travis Konecny, who is prime for a bridge deal. Maybe. [The Athletic]

*The NHL has landed itself a host for the annual awards show. And, like last year, it’s someone you’ve probably heard of! [NHL.com]

*And finally, Gritty has a resume. Of course he does. [NBC Sports Philly]

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