The Flyers' greatest weakness for decades was finding a goalie that had the ability to get them to the next level. Carter Hart has appeared to transform that discussion.
Whether they are frequent visitors to a ballpark or stadium, or just enjoy a game on TV, this is a hit to one of the greatest recreations that people have in life.
Lindblom has been diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma, a form of bone cancer, and is not expected to return to play for the remainder of the 2019-20 season.
It was another disappointing season for the Flyers. Another slow start through the first 25 games. Another season of chasing in the standings. Another season of chasing the game on a nightly basis.
The season will ultimately be known for the failure to meet expectations, to take that next step in the development of a contender, and the massive fallout behind it.
Friedman, 23, is set to make his NHL debut, assuming he plays in Saturday's game. Friedman was drafted by the Flyers in the third round of the 2014 NHL Draft with the 86th overall pick.