The Flyers are starting to get healthy, and with that comes some tough decisions, “We’re going to have some decisions to make,” Mike Yeo said following practice yesterday. Well, now we know the answers to some of those tough decisions.
First things first, Yeo said that Morgan Frost would not play tomorrow night, rather Derick Brassard will play in his place as a 3C. Brassard has missed 31 out of the last 34 games played. Chuck Fletcher indicated to the media earlier in the season that he did not want Frost to become a “Yo-Yo,” rather Fletcher wanted Frost to get recalled and stay up for good. He is not playing bad hockey right now, although he is not producing, so why this perplexing move, especially after Yeo touted Frost for good play with the man advantage after Tuesday night’s game.
What’s kind of shocking, is that Yeo praised this young Center in Frost following Tuesday night’s game saying he played rather well on the power play. This is why some fans are questioning the developmental staff for the Flyers, and rightfully so. Frost has become the new Justin Bailey, and it’s a detriment to his development. He should have stayed in Lehigh…period. He should stay up with the Flyers for good, as this is a dark season in Flyers history. They have nothing to lose at this point, other than hindering his development or growth for that matter in the NHL.
Joel Farabee is 100%, and Yeo said he will play Saturday. This will be a huge boost to a team that certainly needs any type of positivity right now.
Cam Atkinson had some kind words for Claude Giroux following practice today:
“He’s the heart and soul of this team. The heart and soul of this organization.” – Cam Atkinson
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Carter Hart says he is ready to go, “I feel a lot better.” He will be the starter between the pipes for the Flyers on Saturday, per Mike Yeo. How the rest of the season plays out is anyone’s guess, but let’s hope that the Flyers end their six game losing streak tomorrow afternoon against the Washington Capitals at 1230pm.
