Martin Biron came to the Philadelphia Flyers late last season. (CP Images)
Was is really that long ago that the Philadelphia Flyers were battling for the Atlantic Division lead and actually prompting talk of a move from the outhouse to the penthouse in just one season?
Well, the Flyers were in their swank digs for a brief stay before snatching a roll of toilet paper and heading back down to the water closet out in the middle of nowhere.
And watching their goaltending Sunday, it's no wonder they may be on the wrong side of the fence once the post-season rolls around. Martin Biron let in three goals on eight shots in a severe butt-kicking at the hands of the Penguins, and Antero Niitymaki wasn't that much better in relief.
Psst, Paul Holmgren. When was the last time there was a goalie that could actually stop pucks in that town?
Biron and Niitymaki are seeing so much red flashing lights behind them, they are probably expecting the goal judge to read them their rights and pat them down.
Goaltending isn't the only issue, not with Simon Gagne gone for the season, but Biron and Niitymaki aren't doing the Flyers any favors right now.
With that goaltending, the Flyers are sure to lose their grip on the final playoff spot in the East. And even if they make it to the dance, it's going to be a short stay.
Corvo plays trick on former mates
You know Joe Corvo was taking a little extra glee in twisting the knife in the Ottawa Senators Sunday afternoon.
A few weeks after being shipped out of Bytown to Carolina, apparently at his request, Corvo potted a hat trick in his first meeting with his old team.
Corvo must be thanking his luck stars in more ways than one. Not only did he register the first three-goal game of his career, but the Hurricanes are beginning to show signs of that team of a few seasons back.
Right now, the Senators are looking like anything but contenders.
And Corvo must be thrilled he blew town when he did.