Simmonds, who was one of Philly’s bright spots in an otherwise disappointing 2013 campaign, projects to open on the second line as Lecavalier’s winger, along with Brayden Schenn. It’s a nice fit for Lecavalier, a noted table-setter. Simmonds, who has scored at a 0.34 goals-per-game clip in each of the last two seasons, should be pushing for his first 30-goal campaign with Lecavalier in the middle.
The 20-year-old had four goals and 15 points in 46 games last season, his second with the Flyers, while averaging 15:53 of ice time. He appeared in 31 games with the Flyers' American Hockey League affiliate, the Adirondack Phantoms, prior to the start of the Flyers' season in January. He scored 10 goals and had 28 points with the Phantoms.
Johansen and Prout are expected to arrive in Springfield prior to today’s Game Two of the Calder Cup Playoffs series between the Falcons and Manchester Monarchs.
Thompson was hit over the eye by a Mike Green slapshot Saturday.
Johansen projects to be a big part of Columbus' future but for now he's been relegated to third line duty.
Ellis only played one game during his call-up. He played 20:11, recorded no points and was a minus-1. He will return to the AHL where he has four goals and six assists in 24 games.
Ellis has two goals and four assists in 31 games with the Predators this season.
Thompson will be eligible to return to the lineup next Saturday against the Islanders.
Ellis was a healthy scratch in the Predators last game. He is the definition of an offensive-defenseman but he has had a hard time scoring this season. He had just two goals and four assists in 31 games.
With the Sharks trading Douglas Murray to the Pens today and Burns remaining upfront, Braun should take his place in the lineup tonight against the Ducks
Thompson has six goals and four assists in 30 games this season.
With all the injuries to the Blue Jackets, Johansen has been recalled. He struggled at the start of the season only recording 2 A in 10 games. He had 33 PTS in 40 games including a +11 in the AHL so the talent is there, he just needs to translate it to the NHL.
Make sure to get Couturier out of your lineup. The Flyers lines will be updated after line rushes take place in warmups.
Simmonds wore a non-contact jersey in practice yesterday but has switched to a regular jersey today, which would indicate he is likely good to go for tomorrow. Monitor his status prior to game-time (1:00 P.M. EST)
Simmonds has missed the Flyers last two games with a concussion and isn't expected to be back for the weekend. Tye McGinn has taken his spot on the Flyers top line.
Johansen was playing pretty good minutes for a young player (15:11 AVG) but only registered 2 assists in the Blue Jackets first 10 games and was a -5. He will go down to the AHL for more development.
Simmonds (concussion) sat out the Flyers last game and will not play Tuesday and seems doubtful for Thursday.
Simmonds got hurt yesterday after getting elbowed in the face by Capitals D-man John Erskine. No word on how long he will be out but he won't play tonight. Make sure to get him out of your lineup.
Simmonds took an elbow to the head and was bleeding from the nose yesterday vs. the Capitals. He did not return to the game and sounds like he may not play in today's contest.
