The Flyers' blueline is likely to give up a ton of goals this season, but the team will be willing to brunt it to find out what Cam York can handle and if Travis Sanheim can bounce back.

The Flyers have understandably been criticized in the early going for often passing instead of taking clear shots on goal. That’s what happens when a team averages under 24 shots per game.

The Philadelphia Flyers have tempered expectations for a playoff ... COACH: John Torortella (742-612-37-156 over 23 seasons with five teams, 1 Stanley Cup ... Perhaps they take a step forward.