Konecny is the Flyers’ most dangerous and consistent offensive player and his intense disposition and passion have been impossible to miss.

NEWARK, N.J. – When Travis Konecny had an “A” for alternate captain sewn on his jersey last season, it was for good reason. But years before this, his teammates probably would have opted for an “L” because he had already evolved into a leader. The Flyers veteran right wing has elevated his game to a new, higher level this season.

New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov received a three-game suspension from the NHL on Friday, one day after delivering a high hit to Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling. Tsyplakov had a hearing earlier on Friday with the NHL Department of Player Safety.

New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov faces a possible suspension after delivering a high hit to Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling on Thursday night. Tsyplakov is scheduled to have a hearing Friday with the NHL Department of Player Safety.

On Friday, the NHL’s Department of Player Safety announced it has suspended New York Islanders forward Max Tsyplakov for three games for his illegal check to the head of Flyers forward Ryan Poehling on Thursday night. The third game of his suspension is a rematch between the Flyers and Islanders at UBS Arena.

After administering a direct shot to the head of Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling, New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov is scheduled for a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Friday.

Laughton's versatility, feistiness and grit make him a perfect fit for what Toronto is trying to build. But is a deal realistic?

Scott Laughton is a hot commodity going into this season’s NHL trade deadline. The forward from the Philadelphia Flyers has been garnering some attention already, and the offers are likely to increase as the deadline nears.

NHL Player Safety has fined Philadelphia Flyers forward Scott Laughton $5,000 for cross-checking New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov. This is the maximum allowable fine under the CBA. Laughton's cross-check occurred at the 15:30 mark of the third period. The Flyers forward was given a two-minute minor for cross-checking on the play.

New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov has been suspended for three games without pay for an illegal check to the head of Philadelphia Flyers forward Ryan Poehling.

NHL insider Pierre LeBrun reported that Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald has "started to check in on all the obvious center targets." In addition, LeBrun mentioned Ryan O'Reilly, Yanni Gourde, and Scott Laughton as three potential trade targets for the Devils.

As the New Jersey Devils look to rediscover their game from before the holiday break, they need to focus on basic hockey fundamentals.