Meltzer’s Musings: 12/28/11

Yesterday was a frustrating night at the office for the Flyers in their 5-1 loss to Tampa Bay. Philly dominated the territorial possession for much of the game but were done in by a combination of strong goaltending from Tampa's Mathieu Garon, mediocre goaltending from Ilya Bryzgalov, several costly coverage breakdowns and 22 blocked shot attempts. As in the Rangers game, it was the second peri

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Weather not stopping work at Citizens Bank Park

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PHILADELPHIA -- The forecast for Jan. 2 in Philadelphia is calling for a clear day and temperatures in the mid-40s, according to NHL Senior Vice President of Events Don Renzulli. However, the NHL staff working at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday i...

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Winter Classic Gives Bryzgalov a Stage He Needs

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In just over two seasons as the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, Peter Laviolette has been known to play the hot hand when he sees fit. In the regular season this strategy has worked for the hockey club in the city of brotherly love, but in crucial situations (09′ Stanley Cup Finals, 10′ quarterfinals series against Buffalo, 10′ semifinals series against Boston) the flame from that hot hand finds a way to burn out. The signing of Ilya Bryzgalov was supposed to end the stress of picking the right goaltender, but it might have just made that situation that much more difficult.

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Flyers Face Tampa Trap Again Tonight

For the third time this season, the Flyers  will face the Tampa Bay Lightning . The first game will always come to mind because of the stalemate caused by Tampa’s idiotic 1-3-1 trap. Tonight, I expect more of the same. … [ visit site to read more ] Flyers Face Tampa Trap Again Tonight - Broad Street Buzz - Broad Street Buzz - A Philadelphia Flyers Blog

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