There are numerous players who get a pass. Tippett has been horrendous away from the puck defensively as a Flyer. He is on pace for 15 goals and 38 points this season. I don't think he has been healthy scratched once by Tortorella.
- MJL

I really don't like agreeing with you, but Tippett has been a disgrace this year and really needs to take a seat. Very disappointed in his play. In fact, to date he has been the most disappointing player on this team. Just awful I say!

Wow, coach gets fired and 2 days later he is given a 5 year deal in another city. The Blues must be all in on Monty!
- Phillywhiteout

The Full Monty?

Unfortunately he is one of the players that gets a pass no matter how badly he plays. Even coots is not immune as we know.
- Hextall271

That dude cannot score. I think sitting him a game might help him refocus or something.

Grans should be sent back down to the AHL once Drysdale is ready. Grans at best is a 3rd pair player right now. It is far too early to give up on Drysdale. Ristolainen had a really strong game against Chicago, but other than that, has been middling as a player. He has been mediocre overall at best and the 3rd pair remains the best spot for him. Not worth his contract and the Flyers should move on from him if they can without doing too much damage. It would most likely take retaining salary or taking back an equally bad contract to do so. What does Farabee have to do with any of this? It seems as though you're just attempting to inflame here. I would use logic and fact to show that the comment that Farabee is more than an okay player with okay skill but I've done that before and it made no difference to you. The Flyers should trade Frost because he is never going to succeed here under Tortorella.
- MJL

Farabee is a smart player that puts himself in the right positions on the ice and around the puck frequently. He just does not have the skill level needed to finish. Still I wouldn't mind him on the team, but I think he is also replaceable. I agree Frost needs to be traded and get a fresh start. Risto is a legimitate top 4 defenseman in thie league, everyone knows it. Shaw has really done some good coaching here, and now you can see Risto is comfortable on the defensive end so is now stepping up offensively. I am leaning towards keeping him. I am worried about Drysdale, that is will be nothing more than Ghost, only Ghost that can't stay on the ice.

Farabee is a smart player that puts himself in the right positions on the ice and around the puck frequently. He just does not have the skill level needed to finish. Still I wouldn't mind him on the team, but I think he is also replaceable. I agree Frost needs to be traded and get a fresh start. Risto is a legimitate top 4 defenseman in thie league, everyone knows it. Shaw has really done some good coaching here, and now you can see Risto is comfortable on the defensive end so is now stepping up offensively. I am leaning towards keeping him. I am worried about Drysdale, that is will be nothing more than Ghost, only Ghost that can't stay on the ice.
- jd250

If he ever becomes as dynamic as Ghost offensively. I would take that.

That dude cannot score. I think sitting him a game might help him refocus or something.
- mickel25

He scored that amazing spin-o-rama goal, last year, and then the next thing you know the Flyers are signing him to an 8 year deal.

He scored that amazing spin-o-rama goal, last year, and then the next thing you know the Flyers are signing him to an 8 year deal.
- Dkos

I was actually talking about Laughton but Tippett could benefit from a night off as well.

I was actually talking about Laughton but Tippett could benefit from a night off as well.
- mickel25

Sorry. Thought the conversation was about Tippett. Reading comprehension is hard.

Farabee is a smart player that puts himself in the right positions on the ice and around the puck frequently. He just does not have the skill level needed to finish. Still I wouldn't mind him on the team, but I think he is also replaceable. I agree Frost needs to be traded and get a fresh start. Risto is a legimitate top 4 defenseman in thie league, everyone knows it. Shaw has really done some good coaching here, and now you can see Risto is comfortable on the defensive end so is now stepping up offensively. I am leaning towards keeping him. I am worried about Drysdale, that is will be nothing more than Ghost, only Ghost that can't stay on the ice.
- jd250

Farabee is a two time 20 goal scorer and wouldve done it a 3rd time if not for injury. You don't score 20 goals in the NHL if you're not a skilled player. Saying "everyone knows it" is a fallacy and not a sound argument. Ristolainen remains overall a mediocre player with a poor contract. He is still weak defensively, not an effective puck mover and the offense that he had earlier in his career, which was the strength of his game, has pretty much disappeared. Drysdale has a long way to go to get to the level of Gostisbehere. I wish he was that.

There are numerous players who get a pass. Tippett has been horrendous away from the puck defensively as a Flyer. He is on pace for 15 goals and 38 points this season. I don't think he has been healthy scratched once by Tortorella.
- MJL

I don't think Tippet will be immune to being benched. I really wonder what Tippet does in practice. I can't imagine a player of his skillset missing the net so much if he is putting the time in practice, unless its competely mental. I think the last time I checked, Tippet misses or gets blocked on two thirds of his shot attempts.

Farabee is a two time 20 goal scorer and wouldve done it a 3rd time if not for injury. You don't score 20 goals in the NHL if you're not a skilled player. Saying "everyone knows it" is a fallacy and not a sound argument. Ristolainen remains overall a mediocre player with a poor contract. He is still weak defensively, not an effective puck mover and the offense that he had earlier in his career, which was the strength of his game, has pretty much disappeared. Drysdale has a long way to go to get to the level of Gostisbehere. I wish he was that.
- MJL

No argument on Drysdale, but how could you watch the games and say that Risto is weak defensively. The guy kills more plays than any other Flyer. The one thing I would like to see Risto improve is the first pass up to the forwards. He sometimes sends the puck up too hot and it's tough to handle.

I don't think Tippet will be immune to being benched. I really wonder what Tippet does in practice. I can't imagine a player of his skillset missing the net so much if he is putting the time in practice, unless its competely mental. I think the last time I checked, Tippet misses or gets blocked on two thirds of his shot attempts.
- jd250

Let's deal with the evidence. Since Tippett has been a Flyer with Tortorella as the coach. How many times has Tippett been a healthy scratch?

No argument on Drysdale, but how could you watch the games and say that Risto is weak defensively. The guy kills more plays than any other Flyer. The one thing I would like to see Risto improve is the first pass up to the forwards. He sometimes sends the puck up too hot and it's tough to handle.
- jd250

That's fantasy. Ristolainen is mediocre at best defensively and has been mediocre to poor defensively his entire career. Ristolainen is 6th best on the team in goals against rate. He's 7th worst in goals for rate. Which leads to the opposition scoring 65% of the goals scored when Ristolainen is on the ice at 5 on 5. How can you watch the games and say that Sanheim SUCKS, as you have numerous times, including this season. How can you watch the games and say that Ristolainen is the Flyers best defenseman and one of the best in the league? How can you watch the games and say that Charlie McAvoy is not a top pairing NHL defenseman? I could go on and on.

Farabee is a smart player that puts himself in the right positions on the ice and around the puck frequently. He just does not have the skill level needed to finish. Still I wouldn't mind him on the team, but I think he is also replaceable. I agree Frost needs to be traded and get a fresh start. Risto is a legimitate top 4 defenseman in thie league, everyone knows it. Shaw has really done some good coaching here, and now you can see Risto is comfortable on the defensive end so is now stepping up offensively. I am leaning towards keeping him. I am worried about Drysdale, that is will be nothing more than Ghost, only Ghost that can't stay on the ice.
- jd250

If he is a legit top 4 on every team then he should be way to move for real value. As that contract would be considered a steal. Would have much interest. Yet here we are and he still is on the team. Maybe your view and other teams view is way off.

If all you say is true why would the Flyers event consider moving him? Makes zero sense when they are right ok the cusp of the playoffs.

Let's see:

Frost - all fluff and no stuff - check
Farabee - Ok player with OK skill - check
Andrae - ready for the NHL and PP QB - check
Grans - ready for the NHL - check
Risto - legitimate top 4 NHL defenseman - check

Now, who do the Flyers play once Drysdale comes back? I have said the Flyers should trade Risto but given the way he is playing, he is earning every cent of his contract, so I think the Flyers should move on from Drysdale. I know he's young, be he looks lost, plus he can't stay on the ice. He's still young so he would have trade value. Package him and Frost, maybe the Flyers get something decent in return. What say you?
- jd250

No…I would not and do not think Drysdale will be moved at this point. He’s almost ready to return, and needs to just stay healthy and play. I’m not sold on him but see enough intangibles to give him more time….a lot more time.
I never thought Risto was ever as bad as some viewed him…but he wasn’t exactly the offensive juggernaut that they traded for either. I really like his game this year, but for where the Flyers are it would be wise to try and get assets if they can in a trade.

That dude cannot score. I think sitting him a game might help him refocus or something.
- mickel25

He shouldn’t be. Other players like coots have been scratched for not being able to score, so send this guy a message.

If he ever becomes as dynamic as Ghost offensively. I would take that.
- mickel25

Agreed. So far, he hasn’t shown me anything. I believe that part of the issue is confidence but he also seems to be a made of glass.

No…I would not and do not think Drysdale will be moved at this point. He’s almost ready to return, and needs to just stay healthy and play. I’m not sold on him but see enough intangibles to give him more time….a lot more time.
I never thought Risto was ever as bad as some viewed him…but he wasn’t exactly the offensive juggernaut that they traded for either. I really like his game this year, but for where the Flyers are it would be wise to try and get assets if they can in a trade.
- landros 2

We don’t have a choice with jd right now. Have to let him play and pray that he starts to put it together.

Agreed. So far, he hasn’t shown me anything. I believe that part of the issue is confidence but he also seems to be a made of glass.
- Hextall271

Torts standard is double standard. If Tip was to get scratched, it would be after a loss tonight and another meh game from him.

Torts standard is double standard. If Tip was to get scratched, it would be after a loss tonight and another meh game from him.
- wcorvette

Tippett doesn't get scratched because Torts thinks "Him skate fast, him good"

hurts haters been quiet lately
- 2Real

Not quiet, the team did exactly what they should have been doing since game 1. Take the ball out of Hurts hands and put it in Barkely's hands. Less turnovers and better game scores.

Wow, coach gets fired and 2 days later he is given a 5 year deal in another city. The Blues must be all in on Monty!
- Phillywhiteout

Montgomery did everything he could to keep the Bruins relevant. The team got older and was not being able to replace the Bergeron or Krejci loses.

Tippett doesn't get scratched because Torts thinks "Him skate fast, him good"
- MBFlyerfan

I like Tippett and I personally don't want him to be scratched. It just illustrates the extreme inconsistency in Tortorella's decision making and how full of crap he is in what he says and does. Most of the young forwards are struggling this season offensively including Frost, Tippett, Farabee and Foerster. Michkov is struggling at 5 on 5. The Flyers have resorted back to the more conservative style of play like they played in 22/23 and the center play is lacking. This team is not winning anything. They need to focus on young player development and put winning secondary.

Charlie O'Connor
@charlieo_conn
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1h
Flyers lines and pairs at morning skate:

Farabee - Couturier - Konecny
Tippett - Frost - Michkov
Foerster - Cates - Brink
Laughton - Poehling - Hathaway

York - Sanheim
Andrae - Ristolainen
Seeler - Grans

Charlie O'Connor
@charlieo_conn
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1h
Flyers lines and pairs at morning skate:

Farabee - Couturier - Konecny
Tippett - Frost - Michkov
Foerster - Cates - Brink
Laughton - Poehling - Hathaway

York - Sanheim
Andrae - Ristolainen
Seeler - Grans
- MBFlyerfan

Very smart move signing a 3rd pair defenseman for 4 years with a NTC for the first 2. Plus they got such a good deal on the money end was a no brainer.