Jones has been AHL level for three years now. So if Hart and Jones combine to play like they did last year, you guys will be sellers by Thanksgiving. Ristolainen hasn't been more than a depth player for years. Ristolainen on the 2nd pairing will kill the team. Ellis was a good addition, but the Flyers overall have had a questionable offseason. Should have committed to full rebuilding. Expect more mediocrity for the extended future.
- jfkst1
Actually, their off-season has been pretty positive by all accounts. Addressed the defense, freed cap space, brought in more of a scorer in Atkinson and shook up a locker room that badly needed it by sending away Voracek and Ghost. Your point about Jones will be moot if Hart returns to form after an unusual season, which should be expected given his track record going back to juniors.