*A long weekend with fireworks and barbecues, what could be better? Alex Bump that’s what. [BSH]
*Bump remains cocky as hell and you absolutely love to see it, but he’s not the only one with aims on making the team out of camp this year. [NBC Sports Phily]
*Speaking of these motivated youths, Charlie has some thoughts on why the Maxim Shabanov rejection will make training camp a lot more interesting this year. [PHLY]
*The Flyers didn’t add anyone super flashy or life-changing on July 1, but that doesn’t mean the additions won’t help push this team towards a playoff spot. [BSH]
*The most significant signing was definitely goalie Dan Vladar, because if nothing else, it ought to give the Flyers something resembling cromulent goaltending. Which will definitely help with that playoff goal. [Inquirer]
*With the new additions and draft picks and such it’s a fine time to take a look at the updated depth chart. [The Athletic]
*Anyway what have we learned from this year’s free agency signings thus far? [ESPN]
*Who, if anyone, is left worth signing? [Sportsnet]
*And finally, Denver Barkey: he got that dog in him. Pun both unintended and unavoidable. Enjoy the long weekend, fam! [BSH]
