The Philadelphia Flyers have fallen on hard times in recent weeks. The seven-game losing streak is a cause for concern.
The Flyers negative goal differential (50 goals scored, verses 65 allowed) is meaningful. Those simple numbers mean that Alain Vigneault's injury-impacted squad ranks 28th in the National Hockey League in offense and 19th in defense.
The immediate road ahead is tough. But seasoned General Manager Chuck Fletcher struck the right tone at his recent presser. He is practicing temporary patience.
Of course, it is much harder for the fan base to do so, as expectations for a playoff berth were in mind when the season started. That is still possible but becomes more challenging as the division plays out and the schedule unfolds.
