Today’s open discussion thread, complete with your daily dose of Philadelphia Flyers-related news and notes…
* The Flyers have done pretty well on Saturdays so far this season. This weekend saw the return of Scott Hartnell and a most excellent come-from-behind win against the WinniJets. Recap here.
* Tonight the Leafs are in town. As always we’ll preview the game this afternoon; in the meantime check out how the teams match up over at the Flyers’ official site.
* Scott Hartnell surprised us all by making his way back into the lineup Saturday. It was great to see him on the ice. (Delco Times)
* Special teams played a huge part in Saturday’s win over the Jets. The power play was fantastic. (Hockeybuzz)
* This weekend, the Kings celebrated consummate NHLer & certified badass Ian Laperriere. They had him for eight seasons…lucky. (Jewels from the Crown)
* The proposed NHL realignment will send the Wings east. (SB Nation)
* Evidently, there are a few highly inappropriate high school hockey fans in North Dakota. (Deadspin)
* Mike Eruzione’s “Miracle” jersey sold for a TON of money. (Puck Daddy)
* Looks like big ol’ Zdeno Chara has a few dangles in him. (Stanley Cup of Chowder)