The Philadelphia Flyers dismantled the Anaheim Ducks in Saturday’s game at Wells Fargo Center, winning in decisive fashion 6-0. But there was also some drama surrounding the contest, as it featured the return of former Flyers draft pick Cutter Gauthier to Philadelphia for the first time since he requested a trade out of town.

Travis Konecny has been there before. The Flyers' alternate captain is not worried about Joel Farabee. "He's a huge part of this team," Konecny said.

Travis Konecny had a heated exchange with former Flyers rookie Cutter Gauthier during Saturday's game against the Anaheim Ducks. The moment happened in the second period with 9:31 minutes remaining.

Philadelphia Flyers (17-19-5, in the Metropolitan Division) Philadelphia; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Flyers host the Dallas Stars after Travis Konecny’s two-goal game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Flyers’ 3-2 loss.

The Flyers could use a long-term option down the middle of the ice, making Sabres star Dylan Cozens a trade fit.

New Jersey looks to get back on track against the Philadelphia Flyers in a matinee game. Saturday's game is the first of two Next Generation Weekend games presented by RWJBarnabas Health. You can watch on MSGSN or listen on the Devils Hockey Network.

On Friday, the NHL’s Department of Player Safety announced it has suspended New York Islanders forward Max Tsyplakov for three games for his illegal check to the head of Flyers forward Ryan Poehling on Thursday night. The third game of his suspension is a rematch between the Flyers and Islanders at UBS Arena.

New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov has been suspended for three games without pay for an illegal check to the head of Philadelphia Flyers forward Ryan Poehling.

First and final thoughts … So Rams linebacker Jared Verse spoke to the Los Angeles Times the other day about his distaste for Eagles fans. Actually, distaste is too soft a word to describe Verse’s sentiments.

After administering a direct shot to the head of Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling, New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov is scheduled for a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Friday.

The Flyers have won three of four and have points in four straight games following an emotional 5-3 win against the Islanders.