Today’s open discussion thread, complete with your daily dose of Philadelphia Flyers-related news…
- So… The Flyers aren’t worried about Michael Leighton ‘s back injury: [BSH] [Frequent Flyers] [CSNPhilly]
- But in Frank Seravalli’s story, we get this: “Holmgren said Leighton complained that he didn’t “have any push off his one leg,” which is what nagged Ray Emery last season in what ultimately turned out to be a career-threatening hip injury.” [Daily News]
- And in Anthony SanFilippo’s story, we get this: “A team source told the Daily Times that Leighton is also dealing with arthritis in his lower back, and that is complicating things with his condition.” [Delcotimes.com]
- Why there is no reason to panic without Leighton: [Flyers Faithful]
- The Phantoms announced their non-roster camp invitees: [PostStar.com]
- Video of James van Riemsdyk, Claude Giroux, and Ville Leino delivering season tickets. WARNING AUTOPLAY: [Flyers.com]
- Some videos from training camp: [PostStar.com]
- There will be a new Phantoms radio show, debuting on October 4th: [PostStar.com]
- The Spectrum is scheduled to be demolished during the first week of November: [Delcotimes.com]
- Interesting quote from Antero Niittymaki: “”I’ve been in a situation where everything has looked good on the outside, but in reality the other goalie has talked shit about me behind my back every time it’s possible.” – Ex-Flyer G Antero Niittymäki on the battle for starting job.” [euroflyers]
- Previewing the 2010 jersey changes, part 1: [icethetics]
- Tips for dominating your fantasy hockey draft: [Down Goes Brown]
- Lastly, pass or fail on the new Versus ad campaign: [Puck Daddy]
