The Flyers don’t play today on Thanksgiving. And instead of reflecting on their current 2 game losing streak, let’s look towards the things that have gone right.
We all have things we’re thankful for today. Personally, I’m thankful for pizza, family, and my sensational smile (in that order). But what should the Flyers be thankful for?
Goaltending
Even as the Flyers sit a couple games below .500; it could be substantially worse if it wasn’t for Ray Emery and Steve Mason playing out of their minds. They rank 12th in the league in team goals against average. Not bad for a goalie tandem only costing $3.15 million this year, or $1.85 million less than Ilya Bryzgalov’s original average cap hit.
The Awful Awful Awful Metropolitan Division
Thanks to everyone in this division sucking, the Flyers are only 4 points out of a playoff spot. But put them in the Western Conference, and only the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers have worse records. Even in the Atlantic Division they would still be 7 points out. Seriously, if there is anything the Flyers need to be thankful for, it’s this.
Ed Snider
Look. Ed Snider gets a hard time for being heavily involved in the decision-making, and sometimes it’s warranted. He wants to win now and sometimes believes trades and money can get it done. It’s a deadly combination that has hamstringed the Flyers from time to time. But honestly, how can you not admire Ed Snider for his dedication to his Flyers? If you’re a fan of this team, you should be very very thankful this is the owner. He’s a guy who would cut his arm off if someone said it would guarantee getting this city another Stanley Cup. Ed Snider lives and breathes this team. Does he sometimes push hasty decisions? Yes. But I’d rather an owner who tries to do too much than one who doesn’t do enough. Ed Snider rules.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving everyone. Go Flyers and stuff.
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