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Friday, December 9, 2011

Flyers present and future

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The game against the Penguins last night was a nice win, but not a true test as Sidney Crosby didn't play.

The Flyers do have a young, energetic group with a nice mix of veterans like Timonen, Briere and Hartnell. The addition of Jagr has been tremendous as well.

Pronger's physical health and Bryzgalov's ability to be consistent will tell the tale of this season by spring's end.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Flyers notes

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A trip to New York to play the Islanders has often generated good results.

Still playing without Chris Pronger and Braydon Coburn, it's difficult to tell how the team's defense will perform.

The Islanders have been shutout in two consecutive games. Possibly, the return of Jaromir Jagr will keep the pressure in their zone tonight.


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Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Phillies free agents + Flyers - Sabres - Devils

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Today, begins the free agent frenzy. 


The most recent teams rumored to be interested in Jimmy Rollins are the Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants and...wait for it...the Washington Nationals. 


Ryan Madson is also rumored to be courted by the Nats. 


Imagine Phillies part 2 in DC with Werth, Rollins and Madson.  Oh my. 


Flyers -

The Flyers played a nice game against a good defensive Sabres team.

Don't forget they were shorthanded, as Pronger, Schenn, Briere and Read did not play.

Jagr continued to look just great on the ice.

Bryzgalov might be settling down in the net. He doesn't look totally comfortable, but was steady enough to help his team win.

The Philly pressure cooker is certainly to continue to cook his casserole.

Next up is the Devils at home on Thursday.

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Friday, October 7, 2011

Phillies – Cards – Game 5 - & Flyers win season opener

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Phillies -

Well, it all comes down to this. Halladay vs. Carpenter.

After 104 combined wins in the regular and postseason, if the Phillies win number 105 they will advance.

If they end the season with an overall record of 104-63 it will be a disaster.

If they lose this series, they will actually be in the midst of a three-year decline.

Win the World Series in 2008.
Lose the World Series in 2009.
Lose the NLCS in 2010.
And then … I don't even want to type it.

Can they win? Of course. But, to have blown two games so far is hardly inspirational.

Flyers -

Meanwhile, off in Flyerville... they beat the Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins 2-1 in the season opener.

Everyone looked sharp. Bryzgalov, Jagr, Couturier, Pronger, etc.

This hockey team will fly way under the radar in Philly for a long time this season. Somewhere after Christmas the fans will realize that the house cleaning that happened was a positive, gutsy decision on the part of Ed Snider and Paul Holmgren.

A decision that has set the team up for a good, long-term, road ahead.

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Thursday, October 6, 2011

Phillies Game 5 & Flyers-Bruins season-opener

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Phillies -

Blowing two of the first four games in this series is really pushing matters.

Can Doc be the guy once again?

If he is, will the offense and defense do what they need to do in order for the team to win?

Questions at this time of the year are generally not a good sign.

But, the Phillies are a resilient bunch. I guess that is why we have to focus on.

Flyers - 

The revamped roster opens the new season against the Bruins tonight.

It will be interesting to see how all of these new players, both added veterans like Jagr, and young players, like 18-year-old 1st round draft pick Sean Couturier perform. (I like the first name of that young guy for some reason.)  :-)

Bryzgalov is a huge component to this season. Most goalies are with their squads. But, in Ilya's case this team needs him to be the ice general that he looks to be. 

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Monday, October 3, 2011

Phillies challenge and Flyers season preview

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St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa got the split he wanted.


Cliff Lee was 89-1 with that type of lead in his career, but it didn't matter.

Will the series be decided by Tuesday's winner? It could be, but that's not a certainty.

Cole Hamels needs to shut the Cardinals down. Period.


Flyers -

Meanwhile, off in Flyerville... This has been a very intriguing summer and subsequent training camp.

Coach Laviolette is a sharp leader and in-game strategist. He has the type of personal qualities that are needed and are effective in today's game.

Pronger is a great leader. Hopefully his health allows him to be present for most games this season because he continues to stand with every elite defenseman who has played in his era.

Jagr could very well have a nice comeback NHL.

Bryzgalov appears to be an ice general, who is fully confident in his abilities and has the demeanor to weather the ups and downs of a full season.

Might the Flyers surprise everyone this season with a better than projected set of overall results? Yes.

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Sunday, October 2, 2011

Phillies - Game 2 & Flyers' notes

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Phillies -

Halladay truly showed why he is one of, if not, the best in the game. After allowing those three first inning runs he settled down and also mowed them down. He clipped the Cardinals offensive wings.

Ask yourself how many pitchers would have survived late into that type of series opening playoff game, like Doc did?

Now, Cliff takes over.

The Phils face a great test against Chris Carpenter, who is a superb pitcher. Win today and it would be very challenging for St. Louis to take three in a row.

Lose today and Tony LaRussa would have the split he wanted.


Flyers -

Meanwhile, off in Flyerville... With preseason games behind them, the team will be making its final preparations for the home opener.

Will Pronger open the season? Probably, unless he feels his back isn't ready.

Will Jaromir Jagr make an offensive impact? Yes.

Will the impressive Matt Read be one of the teams top 12 forwards after his impressive camp? Yes.

Bryzgalov continues to assume his role as the new top guy in net. This process will take more than a few September weeks to fully play out.

Coach Laviolette is a sharp leader who maintains consistency and puts his players into positions to be effective.

So, if the roster is relatively healthy this year, don't be surprised if the Flyers outperform expectations this season.

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Thursday, September 22, 2011

Phillies' slump and Flyers' news

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Phillies -

This team needs to kick it into gear right now. The last thing they want to do is head into October cold.

While they have many experienced veterans and winners on their roster, it is far too risky to think that a switch can just be turned on when the calendar page changes.

Thinking that they might not break their 101 regular season win total underscores a troubling, but not yet panicked mindset. 

Flyers -

Meanwhile, off in Flyerville... Bryzgalov started in Philly.

He looked okay, as half of his teammates weren't NHL regulars.

I'm looking forward to seeing Jagr take the ice next.

A cool transition this team is experiencing. It was the right road to take. How soon that road leads to true Cup contention is an unknowable answer at this point.


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