*A long weekend with fireworks and barbecues, what could be better? Alex Bump that’s what. [BSH]
*Bump remains cocky as hell and you absolutely love to see it, but he’s not the only one with aims on making the team out of camp this year. [NBC Sports Phily]
*Speaking of these motivated youths, Charlie has some thoughts on why the Maxim Shabanov rejection will make training camp a lot more interesting this year. [PHLY]
*The Flyers didn’t add anyone super flashy or life-changing on July 1, but that doesn’t mean the additions won’t help push this team towards a playoff spot.