Wednesday Morning Fly By: There's a Difference Between Negativism and Realism

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

• What does the bonus overage penalty mean for the Flyers? For Sergei Bobrovsky? [CSNPhilly]
• Another fantastic video by a Kings fan who is clearly stoked about acquiring Mike Richards: [Flyers Goal Scored By...]
• Do you hate Scott Stevens? If so, you have a friend: [Broad Street Buzz]
• Who should wear the C next year? [NHL Hot Stove]
• An interview with Tim McManus. Which, as always, is worth your time: [Flyers Faithful]
• Steven Stamkos signed a five-year deal with the Lightning. Don't you even say "sign-and-trade" [SBNation.com]
• A great breakdown of how salary arbitration works in the NHL, a compliment to DG: [On the Forecheck]
• The best and worst goal scorers per 60 minutes of even-strength play last year. The 10-11 Flyers are well represented: [TSN.ca]
• A look at the various European professional leagues and how competitive they are: [Puck Worlds]
• As if you needed another reason to know entry level contracts are valuable: [Driving Play]