*We’re between games, which means we have time to look at six interesting stats from the Flyers’ two games against the Islanders. [BSH]
*The penalty kill has been good. Really good. That’s a statistic, in a way. [Inquirer]
*Despite the messiness and the periodic ugliness, the Flyers are winning games by hook and by crook and in the process getting off to the best start since the 2002-03 season. Bet you didn’t even realize. [NBC Sports Philly]
*Charlie points out the ways in which this weekend’s games weren’t just another couple of wins, they were wins that showed clear signs that the team is taking steps forward.