I think Provorov will be a legitimate Norris contender in the near future.
- Pixote Andolini

He will likely need to find a way onto PP1 to even be a finalist. I do agree that he will be fully capable of winning it though

Provorov 8th in nhl in goals for defenseman. One of the leaders in ice time. Not one mention for norris.

No respekt
- Tfaehner

I'm not when sure the nhl looks at these facts anymore when you see guys like Subban or Karlsson win the Norris early in their careers.

High Plus/minus, ice time and points should make a clear winner for the Norris, not to mention shot blocks.

I have less confidence in Neuvirth than I do with Lyon at this point.
- johndewar

He has the uncanniest knack for getting hurt when you absolutely need him the most

Why is Lehtera in over Leir? Why is Flip on 3rd line instead of Laughton? Come on Hak if we can see this why can't you?
- cousjoe

Lehtera is a better player than Leier is. The Flyers are on their way to a playoff berth and a 100 point season with Filppula in the role he is in. No reason to change. I think the coach sees it how it should be.

I'm not when sure the nhl looks at these facts anymore when you see guys like Subban or Karlsson win the Norris early in their careers.

High Plus/minus, ice time and points should make a clear winner for the Norris, not to mention shot blocks.
- SuperSchennBros

I had no problem with Subban, although I thought Letang was more deserving that year. EK is just so damn good offensively that it's hard to ignore. Plus his defensive game has come a long way. But yeah, I prefer guys who excel at both ends over primarily offensive guys.

All depends on cost. We can't afford to give him a lucic contract.
- Tfaehner

I'm not sure they can even afford a home town discount(5x5). With whatever happens, the earliest I'd like to see an extension is after the TDL next season.

He will likely need to find a way onto PP1 to even be a finalist. I do agree that he will be fully capable of winning it though
- JFlyers00

I agree, he is a strong ES point producer but with Gostisbehere on the first unit, Provorov will have difficulty putting up the high offensive numbers needed to get enough notice.

Lehtera is a better player than Leier is. The Flyers are on their way to a playoff berth and a 100 point season with Filppula in the role he is in. No reason to change. I think the coach sees it how it should be.
- MJL

100 point season is a bit of a stretch. They'd have to win 8 of the next 9 games.

He will likely need to find a way onto PP1 to even be a finalist. I do agree that he will be fully capable of winning it though
- JFlyers00

That won't happen unless Ghost has a long-term injury or they go with a 3F/2D change on the PP.

100 point season is a bit of a stretch. They'd have to win 8 of the next 9 games.
- Doctor DOOM

You're right, probably a big stretch.

Lehtera has actually been playing well. I have no issue with him. As for Filppula vs. Laughton, they'll both see relatively comparable 5v5 ice time.

If we're arguing over our bottom 2 centers as our #1 problem, I'll live with it.
- jmatchett383

As long as they keep Lehtera "in his lane" and don't give him PP or PK time, I'm cool with Lehtera being in the lineup.

As long as they keep Lehtera "in his lane" and don't give him PP or PK time, I'm cool with Lehtera being in the lineup.
- johndewar

I don't really like the idea of Lehtera or Filppula on the PP.

Regardless of how the team is playing, it doesn't mean that all of the right decisions are being made and that you shouldn't be looking to improve some things.

I agree, he is a strong ES point producer but with Gostisbehere on the first unit, Provorov will have difficulty putting up the high offensive numbers needed to get enough notice.
- MJL

As the 2nd unit develops with sanheim provy Patrick tk and lindblom I expect that to have an uptick in points next year. Still not gost pp numbers but maybe +10/15 pp points vs this year

I'm not sure they can even afford a home town discount(5x5). With whatever happens, the earliest I'd like to see an extension is after the TDL next season.
- Baxter27

I think the Flyers should make it work. Filppula should be gone this season along with Read. Lehtera next summer. MacDonald has sways to go but when it happens, that's a big lump.

I understand we have to pay Ghost Konecny, Provorov and a couple others but I don't think those deals will break us because I feel their next deals will be bridge gaps.

As the 2nd unit develops with sanheim provy Patrick tk and lindblom I expect that to have an uptick in points next year. Still not gost pp numbers but maybe +10/15 pp points vs this year
- Tfaehner

I hope so. They could really use some goals from that second unit.

I think the Flyers should make it work. Filppula should be gone this season along with Read. Lehtera next summer. MacDonald has sways to go but when it happens, that's a big lump.

I understand we have to pay Ghost Konecny, Provorov and a couple others but I don't think those deals will break us because I feel their next deals will be bridge gaps.
- SuperSchennBros

I think they lock Provorov up with a Doughty type of deal.
Ghost is already locked up.
It all depends on what he wants and what happens with the cap.

Half of this board
- jmatchett383

I knew there was a reason I became a bandwagon fan and only jumped back into this forum when the post-season talk was approaching.

That and my job...

Lehtera has actually been playing well. I have no issue with him. As for Filppula vs. Laughton, they'll both see relatively comparable 5v5 ice time.

If we're arguing over our bottom 2 centers as our #1 problem, I'll live with it.
- jmatchett383

It is more linemates than ice time that bothers me

I knew there was a reason I became a bandwagon fan and only jumped back into this forum when the post-season talk was approaching.

That and my job...
- Lexington Flyer

Signing him will have its risks. It all depends on what he wants and what their cap situation is like. He's no spring chicken, so they can't give him big money long term.

I think they lock Provorov up with a Doughty type of deal.

- jmatchett383

I'd think that would be the minimum he'd get.

I'd think that would be the minimum he'd get.
- Scoob

He hasn't scored 59 points yet. He is probably worth 7 per, but the point totals may keep the price down

He hasn't scored 59 points yet. He is probably worth 7 per, but the point totals may keep the price down
- YuenglingJagr

Hey, if they can go 8 x 6.5, I'd be thrilled.

@frank_seravalli

NHL GMs have recommended that Hockey Ops (Situation Room in Toronto) takes over final decision for goalie interference challenges. Now in the process of seeking NHLPA approval, as well as NHL Officials Association.

Hey, if they can go 8 x 6.5, I'd be thrilled.
- jmatchett383

We got lucky when Ghost came in at 6 x 4.5 so Provy at those would be excellent

No way the Ref union allows Toronto that call.