Wednesday Morning Fly By: A Slow Build to the Hectic Draft

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

• Chris Pronger has been helping the Flyers off the ice despite struggling at home: [CSNPhilly]
• Rob Zombie will write, direct, and produce a film about the Broad Street Bullies approved by the Flyers: [Deadline.com] [The Checking Line] [the700level]
• The Phantoms have begun selling season tickets to the Lehigh Valley arena that is still just a dream: [mcall.com]
• Looking at the 2007 NHL draft class and how it would look if drafted today: [NHL.com]
• Erik Karlsson signed a seven year contract with a $6.5 million cap hit: [Silver Seven] [SBNation.com] [NHL.com] [Puck Daddy]
• Since it was a topic of discussion yesterday, Ray Shero on Jordan Staal and his offseason plans: [PensBurgh]
• Bobby Ryan is reportedly back on the trade block: [Anaheim Calling] [SBNation.com]
• Teemu Selanne is reportedly returning for another season: [Backhand Shelf] [Puck Daddy]
• Josh Harding re-signed in Minnesota, leaving one fewer backup goalie available: [Hockey Wilderness] [SBNation.com] [Puck Daddy]
• A new front-runner for "Coolest Outdoor Ice Hockey Game Ever": [Backhand Shelf]
• NHL draft preview: [Down Goes Brown]
• I chortled at RudyKelly's dream day with the Cup: [Battle of California]