Homer's got some tough decisions to make. Do you not bolster the D and write off this year to some extent or do you give up some picks for a temporary fix/rental player or make a big deal to get help back there if Suter is available?

I say a small deal to bring in a depth rentalor two, take our chances and go hard after UFA or a deal to fix the d permanently in the offseason.

To me it's imperative that we make the playoffs even if only to get some experience for the young players. Cooter, Schenn, Jake et al will benefit immeasurably.
- Hextall271

Unless I've got a favorable deal for lasting help on the back end, I probably don't make any move until the offseason. I agree it's important to get this team a taste of the playoffs, but I wouldn't be afraid to let them work through a bit of adversity.

If the deal is really low cost, like a late round pick, maybe I consider picking up a bandage on the defense.

Homer's got some tough decisions to make. Do you not bolster the D and write off this year to some extent or do you give up some picks for a temporary fix/rental player or make a big deal to get help back there if Suter is available?

I say a small deal to bring in a depth rentalor two, take our chances and go hard after UFA or a deal to fix the d permanently in the offseason.

To me it's imperative that we make the playoffs even if only to get some experience for the young players. Cooter, Schenn, Jake et al will benefit immeasurably.
- Hextall271

I feel they will make the playoffs without making any deals. Even with as bad as they have played the past week or so, they still are winning more than they're losing

it probably helps to be 8'10".
- hammarby31

maybe, but the guy is so quick for being that big.

Discounting the Winter Classic game, the Flyers pattern for the month of January has been to win 2 lose 1. So with the loss to the Preds out of the way, we'll be good for the next couple before losing to the Devils.

On the flip side though, we'll beat the Bruins and Panthers before losing to the Jets again.

Unless I've got a favorable deal for lasting help on the back end, I probably don't make any move until the offseason. I agree it's important to get this team a taste of the playoffs, but I wouldn't be afraid to let them work through a bit of adversity.

If the deal is really low cost, like a late round pick, maybe I consider picking up a bandage on the defense.
- BulliesPhan87

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.

That is nuts.



I hate doing electrical work and am almost obsessive about making sure the circuits are dead.
- MBFlyerfan

Ever try getting hit by phone wiring when it rings?
AC meh DC ouch.

I feel they will make the playoffs without making any deals. Even with as bad as they have played the past week or so, they still are winning more than they're losing
- Jsaquella

agreed. they will make the playoffs regardless.

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.
- Jsaquella

My issue is can the Flyers trade now for a Beauchemin or a Gleason. Resign him. And still make a splash for someone like Suter. As well as do the other things they need to do.

I feel they will make the playoffs without making any deals. Even with as bad as they have played the past week or so, they still are winning more than they're losing
- Jsaquella

As long as we don't hit anymore crippling injuries, I agree, but we certainly ar not in the clear to make it.

Speaking of playoffs, guess who's now dropped to 9th and out of a playoff spot. Your friendly neighbourhood Leafs.. I knew JR's OT goal in 04 was special, just didn't know it would spell 7 going on 8 years of no playoffs for the Laffs.

Just imagine if the Flyers went on a run of futility like that?

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.
- Jsaquella

will never happen.

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.
- Jsaquella

How is this for a package...

JvR, Simmonds, 1st, 3rd for Weber.

So much for size at wing

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.
- Jsaquella

I think Gleason is the guy if the Flyers are trying to add a defenseman. I wouldnt mind giving up a second and a player for a 28yr old defenseman who I would be looking to resign. If the deal is too expensive then you dont make the trade, that simple from the Flyers side.

My issue is can the Flyers trade now for a Beauchemin or a Gleason. Resign him. And still make a splash for someone like Suter. As well as do the other things they need to do.
- MJL

I think a lot depends on the future of Pronger, which looks realllly bleak.

maybe, but the guy is so quick for being that big.
- wilsonecho91

you and i both know all he needs to do is use his stick.

I think Gleason is the guy if the Flyers are trying to add a defenseman. I wouldnt mind giving up a second and a player for a 28yr old defenseman who I would be looking to resign. If the deal is too expensive then you dont make the trade, that simple from the Flyers side.
- stveshdy

how would they know?

I think a lot depends on the future of Pronger, which looks realllly bleak.
- jak521

Even with Pronger on LTIR can they do it.

how would they know?
- jak521

Easy. If Carolina says they want a 2nd, 4th or 5th and a player thats too much.

If you can get him for a pick and a player currently on the Phantoms, you do it.

I think Gleason is the guy if the Flyers are trying to add a defenseman. I wouldnt mind giving up a second and a player for a 28yr old defenseman who I would be looking to resign. If the deal is too expensive then you dont make the trade, that simple from the Flyers side.
- stveshdy

Homer needs to take a bike ride and sort it all out

Bill Meltzer: Meltzer's Musings: 1/16/12
- bmeltzer

I just saw in a report on Betts "Center Blair Betts, sidelined with a knee injury all season, skated before practice again and said he hopes to play this season."

If he can play up to his former ability... This might not be a bad thing. We could use his help with the PK and in the faceoff dot. Their has been a lot of press on Giroux and Jagr being cold - I'd throw Talbot into that category as well. Harryz/Rinaldo with Talbot and Betts as the four line. Move Coots up to third line, see if Schenn could play wing.

With JVR out...
Hartnell - Giroux - Jagr
Read - Briere - Voracek
Schenn - Couturier - Simmonds
Talbot - Betts - Zolnierczyk/Rinaldo

Homer needs to take a bike ride and sort it all out
- vejim

He did to Toronto only to be informed that JvR has a concussion. Im sure his bike ride back was not a happy one.

My issue is can the Flyers trade now for a Beauchemin or a Gleason. Resign him. And still make a splash for someone like Suter. As well as do the other things they need to do.
- MJL

What else would they need to do after that?

will never happen.
- hammarby31

That situation (Weber) could play out like a circus, I'm still in awe how he erased anyone & everyone who skated on his side of the ice, with ease,
plus he's so consistent with his goal output every year as well

He & Rinne were hands down dominant the other night against us

That situation (Weber) could play out like a circus, I'm still in awe how he erased anyone & everyone who skated on his side of the ice, with ease,
plus he's so consistent with his goal output every year as well

He & Rinne were hands down dominant the other night against us
- puckhead17

If you take away Rinne's arms and legs hes an average goalie at best.

If it's a guy like Beauchemin or Gleason that could be re-signed for a few years and isn't much more than a 2nd & middling prospect, I'd do it.

I wouldn't go nuts and shoot for Weber right now, unless they could get him for a lower price than I'd expect, which is at least two or three players and a couple of top picks.
- Jsaquella

Thing some people forget is that Nashville is still in the hunt and playing well. Don't see them blowing it up at this point by trading Suter or Weber. I say they'll make their run, and could possibly trade Suter's rights before UFA if they can't re sign. Fans would not be happy seeing them trade one of their stud d while they are in the thick of it. I'd be furious if the Flyers did it.

For me..Beauch or Gleason at a good price..Gill if he's dirt cheap and let's see how we stack up.

Betts is a long way from being able to play. He's still not doing any cuts or quick stops and merely trying to skate for longer periods of time (been doing short skates for awhile). If he plays, I suspect it'd be only in playoffs when no cap or waivers applies. Would benefit him to show he's healthy enough for TC tryout somewhere and would benefit Flyers if he could be avail as depth PK/faceoff specialist. But that's still a longshot. His status is unchanged, really.