[MikeyB99]

How the hell did Alex Pietrangelo go in the 3rd round at pick 82? He went 4th overall for real.

[Ryan20]

Originally Posted by MikeyB99

How the hell did Alex Pietrangelo go in the 3rd round at pick 82? He went 4th overall for real.

Haha, I was a bit surprised to see him there too. Players vary between the various databases that are out. I'm guessing that had something to do with it. Stamkos didn't even go #1 Overall, I think Yann Sauve went #1 to Tampa Bay. Here's Pietrangelo's ratings:

[Ryan20]

Flyers wrap-up Training Camp and Exhibitions

The Philadelphia Flyers recently completed Training Camp and their pre-season games. Camp focused heavily on the younger players, with players like Briere, Gagne, Timonen, Lupul, Knuble sitting out. Briere, Gagne, Timonen, Kapanen, and Ville Leino were away for most of camp at the World Cup. The Flyers held a bit of an open camp, and several players showed up. The Flyers ended up offering two players contracts, both were then sent to Wheeling of the ECHL. Andreas Nodl, Andrei Popov, and Kevin Kelin were very impressive during camp. All will figure to have a big role for the Phantoms this year.

The Flyers played five exhibtion games, and ended with a 2-3 record. The Flyers used mainly players from the Phantoms, a few of the better tryout players, and the younger players from the Flyers roster (Coburn, Lebda, Upshall, Carter, Richards, Umberger.) Marty Biron and Antero Niittymaki saw about a game each of action. The rest of time was divided up between Phantoms goalies, and one of the tryout goalies.

The Flyers claimed F Jed Ortmeyer off waivers from Nashville.

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October Update

10/5

TB @ PHI 2:3 OT

The Flyers opened the 2008-09 season at home in Philadlephia with large expectations of this year's team. The Lightning, however, would look to spoil the party. Both team splayed a fairly conservative game, as neither knew what exactly to expect with the young season. The game would eventually go into overtime where Tampa's Ryan Craig got his second of the game, and the winner. Randy Jones scored the other Lightning goal. Joffrey Lupul and Simon Gagne scored for the Flyers.

10/7

PHI @ PIT 3:5

The Flyers and Penguins renewed their bitter rivalry in the season's second game, and the first of a home and home series. This one would have the Flyers visiting the Steel City. The Flyers were coming off of a heartbreaking OT loss in their home/season opener, and would look to get back on the winning track. While the Flyers managed to keep Crosby from scoring, they couldn't hold off the rest of the Penguins attack. Sergei Gonchar netted two goals for the Pens. Malone, Staal, and Sykora had the rest of the goals for the Pens. Bill Guerin added three assists for the Pens as well. Jeff Carter, Scottie Upshall, and Derian Hatcher scored for the Flyers. Mike Knuble has two assists.

10/7

PIT @ PHI 4:5

The Flyers and Penguins would pick up right where they left off, this time in Philadelphia. The Flyers would look to use home ice and pick up their first win on the season. As usual, the game was closely played and both teams were looking to send a message for the long season ahead. Pittsburgh's goals came from Jim Fahey, Malkin, Crosby, and Bill Guerin. Meanwhile, Kimmo Timonen, Gagne, Lupul, Carter, and Danny Briere (also had three assists) scored for the Flyers. Mike Richards also added two assists.

10/12

NJ @ PHI 5:6 OT

The Devils were next in line for the Flyers, as the looked to get the season's second win. The Flyers have seemed to struggle against the Devils in recent years, and they would look to turn things around. An unusually high scoring game followed, as at the end of regulation the score was tied at 5-5. Travis Zajac, Maddedn, Bergfors, Lapointe, and David Clarkson scored for the Devils. Simon Gagne (two goals,) Carter, Richards, and Ville Leino scored for the Flyers. In the OT period, Scott Hartnell found the back of the net to seal a win for the Flyers.

10/14

PHI @ TOR 3:4 OT

The Flyers and Leafs would meet in Toronto, as the Flyers looked to continue their winning ways. This was expected to be a close one, and neither team wanted to go away quietly. Mark Bell had a huge game for the Maple Leafs as he netted a hat-trick. Kimmo Timonen, Briere, and Richards scored for the Flyers. With the score tied late in the 3rd period, the Flyers had a PP chance to take the lead, however they were unable to convert, despite numerous chances. In overtime, a penalty to Mike Richards would prove costly, as Mats Sundin found the net for the game winner.

10/16

NYI @ PHI 2:4

After a tough loss in Toronto, the Flyers returned home to face off with the Isles. The Flyers played a good all-around game, keeping the Isles relatively in check. Trent Hunter and Bobby Holik scored for the Isles. Joffrey Lupul and Simon Gagne each scored twice for the Flyers. Gagne also had two assists, as did Denis Kulyash.

10/18

CBJ @ PHI 3:4

Ken Hitchcock and the BlueJackets made a rare visit to the Wachovia Center. The Flyers were able to keep Rick Nash from scoring thanks top a great checking effort by Ortmeyer/Leino/Kapanen. Duvie Wescott, W. Primeau, and Freddy Modin scored for the BlueJackets. Danny Briere had a hat-trick for the Flyers, and Jeff Carter had the fourth Flyers' goal. Simon Gagne had two assists. Simon Gagne left the game late in the 2nd period with a knee injury, he was listed as day-to-day.

10/21

PHI @ MTL 2:3 OT

A rematch of last year's Eastern Semis was up next for the Flyers, as they traveled to Montreal. The Flyers would be without Simon Gagne as he was still resting his injured knee, Ryan Potulny would take his spot in the line-up. Both teams played it tightly, not wanting to give the other team many opportunities. Tomas Plekanec and A. Kostitsyn scored for Montreal. Denis Kulyash and Ryan Potulny scored for the Flyers. In overtime, Montreal captain Saku Koivu would find the back of net as the Habs picked up a 3-2 win over the Flyers. Cristobal Huet made 41 saves in picking up the win.

10/25

CAR @ PHI 5:3

The Hurricanes blew into Philadelphia and controlled much of the game, as the Flyers continued to have fits with the Hurricanes attack. Former Flyers Justin Williams and Rod Brind'Amour each netted two goals against their former team, Sergei Fedorov had the other. The Flyers goals were scored by Joffrey Lupul, Knuble, and Umberger. Mike Richards had two assists.

10/28

PHI @ LA 8:4

When the Flyers and Kings met in Los Angeles, both teams apparently forgot to bring their defenses along with them. Rumor has it that the red goal lamps needed be replaced after the game. Villie Nieminen, Kopitar (2) and David Vyborny scored for the Kings. Pierre-Marc Bouchard added three assists. Brett Lebda, Gagne (2; also two assists,) Danny Briere (2,) Mike Richards, Ville Leino, and RJ Umberger (also two assists) scored for the Flyers. Kimmo Timonen had four assists. With his three points in the game, RJ Umberger surpassed the 100pt mark for his career.

10/30

PHI @ DAL 3:5

Philadelphia and Dallas would meet once again, this time on the ice. Both teams played played very equally as the game stayed close until the final seconds. Simon Gagne, Danny Birere, and Ville Leino scored for the Flyers. Jussi Jokinen (2,) Mike Modano (2,) and Steve Ott scored for Dallas. Modano's second goal came on an empty netter with five seconds left.

Roster Moves

Flyers claim F Graham Mink off waivers from Calgary.

GM's comment: "Graham will be a great addition to our checking line and PK units. He also should be able to provide some offensive output as well."

To CGY: F Sami Kapanen
To PHI: F David Desharnais

GM's comment: "After we acquired Mink, we were left with an extra forward for our checking role. We were also looking to add a little help for the Phantoms. Calgary was looking for some veteran help on the wing, and they had the young players we had interest in. Obviously, it tough to let Sami go he was all heart and soul while he played here. We wish him all the best."

To DAL: F Scottie Upshall, G Martin Biron
To PHI: F Antti Mietten, G Mike Smith, and a 2009 2nd Round Pick

GM's comments: "This one kind of came out of nowhere as we visited Dallas for the game. Dallas was without Marty Turco due to injury, and was looking at possibly getting some goaltending help. We had also been looking at Mietten for a while. We like the edge that Scottie plays on, but he wasn't having a good go of things when it came to offensive production. While Marty had a great run with us last year, something seemed to be off with his game this year. We needed to get a goalie back in this deal, and Smitty should be a great fit. He hasn't quite gotten a full chance to show what he can do yet. But the scouts and I were impressed with what we saw. Smitty is still a young goalie, and should improve over time. We looked forward to seeing him in Orange and Black for many years to come.

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How dare you trade Sami Kapanen.

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November update

11/1

PHI @ SJ 4:2

The Flyers traveled out west for the first of two games. This one against the Sharks, the NHL's best team. The Flyers were well prepared and played an excellent all-around game. The Sharks' big names were kept off the scoresheet thanks to a great checking effort. Owen Nolan and Mike Grier scored for the Sharks. The Flyers got goals from Simon Gagne, Richards, Knuble, and Umberger. Braydon Coburn had two assists. Antero Niittymaki made 38 saves.

11/2

PHI @ PHX 7:2

The Flyers were coming off a huge win against the Sharks, and the lowly Coyotes were waiting. The Flyers were have to be careful of the trap game. However, the Flyers had little problems with the 'Yotes as they blew them out 7-2. Jovo and Sergei Brylin scored for Phoenix. Joffrey Lupul and Ville Leino each had two goals for the Flyers, while Richards, Hartnell, and Coburn each had a goal. Kimmo Timonen and Brett Lebda had two assists. Danny Briere had three assists, which put him over the 500pt mark for his career. Mike Smith made 38 saves.

11/5

TOR @ PHI 2:1

The Flyers made a quick stop back home after the trip to the west coast, to face the Maple Leafs. Every indication was that this would a close game, and it wouldn't disappoint. Former Flyers Vinny Prospal continued to be a thorn in the Flyers' side as he had the game winner. Nik Antropov also scored. Scott Hartnell had the lone goal for the Flyers. Vesa Toskala made 29 saves and Mike Smith had 27.

11/8

PHI @ CAR 2:3 SO

The Flyers were right back out on the road, this time for three straight games all against Southeast division opponents. First up were the Carolina Hurricanes, a team that had given the Flyers all kinds of trouble over the last two seasons. Former Flyers, Justin Williams again gave the Flyers fits as he had both regualtion goals. Mike Knuble and Braydon Coburn scored for the Flyers. Ray Whitney would get the shootout winner for Carolina. Cam Ward made 47 saves in an outstanding performance.

11/10

PHI @ WSH 3:4 OT

Ovechkin and the Capitals were next up for the Flyers. Both teams played well and kept things close as they would need Overtime to settle this one. Chris Clark would get the winner in OT. The Caps also got goals from Ovechkin, Pettinger, and Mikko Koivu. Brett Lebda, Graham Mink, and Joffrey Lupul scored for Philadelphia.

11/11

PHI @ TB 4:3

The Flyers' ended the road trip on a high note, defeating the Lightning. Lecavalier, B. Richards, and Blair Jones scored for Tampa. Simon Gagne, Lupul, Richards, and Hartnell scored for the Flyers. Danny Briere added two assists.

11/14

NYI @ PHI 3:4

The Isles made a quick visit to the Wachovia Center for a tough inter-division matchup. Markus Naslund, Bates, and Bergenheim each scored for the Isles. RJ Umberger, Briere, Lupul, and Coburn scored for the Flyers.

11/15

PHI @ ATL 2:3

The Flyers were once again matched up with a Southeast division opponent. The Thrashers got a strong performance in net from Kari Lehtonen who made 39 saves. Ilya Kovalchuk, Zhitnik, and Slava Kozlov scored for Atlanta. Danny Biere had both Flyer goals.

11/18

PHI @ NJ 3:5

The Flyers headed into New Jersey and hoped for some better luck against the rival Devils. However, the Flyers would continue to struggle against New Jersey. Brian Giona had two goals, with Zach Parise, Rachuncek, and Martin scoring the others. Simon Gagne, Hartnell, and Denis Kulyash scored for the Flyers. Patrik Elias had four assists.

11/19

FLA @ PHI 1:4

The Florida Panthers traveled to Philadelphia to play the Flyers. The Panthers didn't provide much of a challenge for the Flyers as the Flyers had a great game all-around. Nathan Horton scored the Panthers' lone goal. Jeff Carter, Gagne, Briere, and Umberger scored for the Flyers. Lupul and Knuble each had two assists. Mike Smith made 37 saves.

11/21

ATL @ PHI 5:4

The Thrashers were next in line for the Flyers, as they continued playing several games against teams form the Southeast division. Marian Hossa had two goals for Atlanta, Brian Little and Alexi Zhitnik also scored. Ilya Kovalchuk had two assists. Kimmo Timonen, Gagne, Hartnell, and Kulyash scored for the Flyers.

11/25

PHI @ NJ 4:6

The Flyers were back in New Jersey for a game with the Devils. This one would end no differently than the last few, as the Devils were too much for the Flyers to handle. Elias and Gionta each had two goals, Madden and Zubrus had the others. Zach Parise had three assists. Graham Mink, Lupul, Kulyash, and Jeff Carter scored for the Flyers. Briere and Miettinen added two assists each.

11/26

TOR @ PHI 0:3

The Leafs came into town as the Flyers were coming off another tough loss to the Devils. The Flyers were determined to get a big win here. Mike Smith made sure of that with an outstanding performance, making 32 saves for the shutout. Villie Leino, Lupul, and Hartnell scored for the Flyers. Simon Gagne played in his 600th NHL game.

11/28

WSH @ PHI 3:2 SO

Ovechkin and the Capitals rolled into Philadelphia as the Flyers came off a big win over the Maple Leafs. This one would need Overtime to settle it. Eric Fehr and Milan Hejduk scored in regulation for the Caps. Simon Gagne had both goals for the Flyers. In the shootout, the Flyers could not manage to score. Danny Briere surpassed the 300 assists mark.


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December Update

12/1

PHI @ TOR 3:1

The Flyers and Leafs met again just a few days after the Flyers' 3-0 win. Mike Smith would get the start again for the Flyers. Smith and the Flyers played well once again, as the Leafs didn't get on the board until the 2nd period when Antropov found the net. Simon Gagne, Lupul, and Hartnell scored for the Flyers. Smith had 26 saves.

12/3

NYR @ PHI 1:2

The hated Rangers rolled into town for a match-up with the Flyers. The Rangers had given the Flyers a challenge over the past season. This game was played tight defensively, as neither team had many quality chances. Scott Gomex scored the Rangers' lone goal, and Henrik Lundqvist made 29 saves. Mike Knuble and Ville Leino scored for Philadelphia, while Mike Smith had 26 saves. Jeff Carter's two assists got him over 100 career assist mark.

12/7

NJ @ PHI 3:0

Next up for the Flyers were the New Jersey Devils. The Devils had been giving the Flyers fits of the years, and this would be no different. Marty Brodeur made 35 saves to earn the shutout. Nicklas Bergfors and Travis Zajac scored for the Devils.

12/9

PHI @ BUF 5:3

The Flyers would look to rebound from the tough 3-0 loss to the Devils. The Flyers offense had re-appeared after the Devils shut it down. Danny Briere, Carter, Leino, Knuble, and Lupul all scored for the Flyers. The Sabres' goals were scored by Thomas Vanek, Hecht, and Afinogenov.

12/10

CAR @ PHI 3:4

The Hurricanes blew in to Philadelphia for a match-up with the Flyers. THe Hurricanes were another team that always seemed to give the Flyers their fair share of problems. This one started the same way, as the Hurricanes were ahead 3-0 after the 1st period. As the 3rd period began the Flyers still trailed 3-1, but they never quit. The Flyers turned it on and scored three goals in the 3rd to take the win. Erik Cole, Ladd, and Fedorov scored for Carolina. The Flyers' goals were scored by Derian Hatcher, Gagne, Carter, and Knuble.

12/12

PHI @ PIT 5:3

A trip out west for the next addition of the Keystone State Rivalry was up next for the Flyers. Luckily for Philadelphia, Sidney Crosby was out hurt. The Flyers offense continued its strong play as the Flyers would score five times. Kimmo Timonen, Potulny (2,) Lupul and Miettinen scored for the Flyers. Denis Kulyash added two assists. Bill Guerin, Malkin, and Sykora scored for the Pens.

12/14

PHI @ ANH 3:2

The Ducks would prove to be another good test for the Flyers. Todd Bertuzzi would score both goals for the Ducks. RJ Umberger, Leino, and Timonen scored for the Flyers. Jeff Carter would add two assists.

12/16

PHI @ MTL 3:2

The Flyes traveled to Montreal to take on the conference leading Habs. Both teams played at tight game as it remained tied until late in the 3rd period. The Flyers were on the PK as Graham Mink was off for roughing. The Flyers cleared the zone just as Mink's penalty expired, Mink jumped out of the box and grabbed the loose puck and skated in all alone. Mink wouldn't miss, and buried the shot to give the Flyers the late lead, and eventually the win.

12/17

NYI @ PHI 3:2 OT

The Isles were up next for the Flyers, and always seemed top make things difficult for them. This time was no different. Markus Naslund scored both regulation goals for the Isles. Kimmo Timonen and Graham Mink scored for the Flyers. As the OT period was nearing its end, Bobby Holik found the back of the net to give the Isles the win. Danny Briere played in his 600th NHL game.

12/19

NYR @ PHI 2:5

The Rangers were in town next to take on the Flyers. The Flyers took it to the Rangers all night long, picking up the impressive 5-2 win. Jeff Carter led the way with two goals, Briere and Leino also scored for the Flyers. Mike Smith made 37 saves. Darren McCarty and Jagr had the Rangers' goals.

12/21

PHI @ CAR 5:3

The Flyers hit the road for the next four games The Flyers continued their streak of excellent play as they contained the Hurricanes high-powered offense. Jeff Carter led the way again with two goals. Ryan Potulny, Jed Ortmeyer and Ryan Parent (EN) also scored for the Flyers. Mike Knuble had three assists, and Ville Leino had two. Eric Staal, Whitney, and Williams scored for Carolina.

12/23

PHI @ FLA 4:5

The Flyers might have been caught looking ahead to the upcoming game against the Rangers, as the Panthers surprised the Flyers and grabbed a win. Ratislav Olesz led the way picking up a hat-trick, Ribeiro, and Anthony Stewart also scored. Mike Knuble had two for the Flyers, with Hartnell and Ortmeyer getting the others.

12/26

PHI @ NYR 0:3

Maybe it was the holiday break, but the Flyers looked flat against the Rangers. They were outplayed in almost every way. Andrew Brunette, Prucha, and Jagr scored for the Rangers. Henrik Lundqvust made 20 saves for the shutout. Mike Smith made 50 saves for the Flyers, keeping this game much closer than it probably should've been.

12/29

PHI @ BUF 4:3

The Flyers returned home and the Sabres were awaiting them. Simon Gagne had two goals for the Flyers, Hartnell and Knuble scored the others. Danny Briere and Braydon Coburn each had two assists for the Flyers. Daniel Paille had two for Buffalo and Tallinder had the other.

12/30

TB @ PHI 3:4

The Flyers did not want to overlook the Lightning in this game. Jeff Carter, Richards, Umberger,a nd Hartnell each scored for the Flyers. Chirs Higgins, Frolov, and Smolenak scored for Tampa Bay. During the 2nd period, Mike Richards of the Flyers was give a 5-minute major and a Game Misconduct for Cross-checking. After the game, the Flyers learned he would be suspended for one game, the appeal by the Flyers was turned down.

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