Over the last week, the Philadelphia Flyers and their loyal fanbase have gone through an emotional roller coaster. It started with a 2-1 shootout lost to the St. Louis Blues last Monday that some thought was a missed opportunity. The following few days speculation ran rampant concerning the trade deadline: Sean Walker rumored to land a five-year extension with the club and Nick Seeler getting a deal well north of $3 million AAV. The rebuild was about to end, Briere was going back on his word. On Wednesday Walker was shipped out to Colorado for a first-round pick (and Ryan Johansen).
Why John Tortorella’s suspension and fine couldn’t come at a better time for Flyers
