Flyby on Friday morning: heading west

*We just got through the holiday break (did we get through that break? Or did we enjoy it? Who’s to say) and are fortunate to be able to embark on the traditional post-Christmas West Coast trip at 4pm tomorrow against Anaheim. Ah yes, the West Coast Trip™. We’ve been doing this for a while, right? (BSH)

*The WJC started yesterday and in case you missed it, we have put together a full preview of the tournament for your reading pleasure. (BSH)

*The World Juniors are always a good time, but this year in particular, there are several good reasons for Flyers fans to tune in. (requests)

*The end of the year is the best time for future predictions, and here’s a bold prediction for the 4-nation clash we’ll see in 2025. (Sportsnet)

*And finally we are approaching the Winter Classic. What used to be appointment television for many hockey fans is now somehow… boring. Kind of stale. It’s time for the NHL to shake things up if it wants its annual marquee to remain a thing to watch. (The Athlete)