Does Anyone Else Think This is Odd?

That is the opening page for the Flyers website. Two guys who have yet to play a game for the Orange and Black are wearing the Orange and Black. So the Flyers employ a Photoshopper on their staff, which is cool. Whatever. I am sure Coburn is fine with Pronger stealing his body. Not so sure Biron is ok with Emery stealing his body. I mean, how much of a blow is that? The guy steals your job and your body all in one day. Tough.

Goodbye Lupul & Sbisa, Hello Pronger

So, on draft day, the Flyers made a pretty blockbuster-type deal. Flyers traded pretty boys Lupul and Sbisa (and some future picks) to the Ducks for Chris "don't mess with me" Pronger. This deal takes the team's hotness level down a notch, but will help with veteran leadership and defense. I expected one of the following to be traded: Briere (yeah, someone would take that contract), Gagne, Hartnell or Lupul. I think the best candidate from that list was picked. I will miss the young Sbisa, who I think could develop into a #1 or #2 d-man. I will also miss those picks. In keeping with the past couple of years, the Flyers are giving those things out like Happy Meal toys. Make a random trade and get a free pick (or 7) in the draft! Hopefully they can sign Pronger to a 3-4 year, cap friendly contract and this will not be a one year rental.