The Flyers organization and its fans are a bit sadder today, as we’ve lost another former player and current member of the organization. Ilkka Sinisalo was a core member of the Flyers’ lineup in the 1980s and has been scouting for the team since 2004. He passed away today in Finland at the age of 58. From the team:
It is with deep sadness that the Philadelphia Flyers announce the passing of Ilkka Sinisalo, former player and long-time scout for the organization. Sinisalo passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Finland this morning.