Today's open discussion thread, complete with your daily dose of Philadelphia Flyers news and notes...

• Asking whether Ilya Bryzgalov is the "top-notch goalie" the team has been searching for: [CSNPhilly]
• Looking at the speculation since the Flyers "need to clear cap space to sign Ilya Bryzgalov": [CSNPhilly]
• At least Jeff Carter isn't worried about being traded, since his agent has been reassured by the Flyers: [Philly Sports Daily]
• Prospect profile of Shane Harper: [Flyers Faithful]
• How about adding some new numbers to the rafters? Some options: [Flyers Faithful]
• Columbus is wondering whether they should re-sign Scottie Upshall or not: [The Cannon]
• There will not be a Heritage Classic this year. Pretty good news: [Puck Daddy]
• Flipping coins and the notion of "quality starts" between Tim Thomas and Roberto Luongo. Written before the coin came up tails again: [Nucks Misconduct]
• Lastly, a look at the culture of amateur hockey by state: [Puck Worlds]