*Did everyone enjoy that weird, mostly-silent broadcast last night? That’s two preseason games in the books and now the boys are bringing it home to Philly. RECAP!
*Yesterday the Flyers did a lovely thing and welcomed Guy Gaudreau to the ice for practice, something John Tortorella won’t be a one-time thing. [The Athletic]
*It was a really nice gesture, and one Torts and the Flyers hope will bring a little bit of healing to Guy. As much as there can be, anyway. [NBC Sports Philly]
*And it was Torts who called him, because Torts is a sweet man. Despite the reputation. [Inquirer]
*If you’re a subscriber over at Charlie’s website, you can check out his thoughts on who stood out in Sunday’s preseason opener. [PHLY]
*For some reason both of the Big Two Canadian Sports Networks are ranking the Top-50 players in the league right now, at the same time. Both have released numbers 50-41. Here’s what Sportsnet has to say. [Sportsnet]
*And now, the folks at TSN! Rival lists! Competing rankings! What could be more exciting, truly. [TSN]
*Great news everyone: the NHL is not considering another expansion. Not today, anyway. [Toronto Star]
*And finally, Calder Trophy, who ya got?! lol just kidding we all know who ya got. [Sportsnet]