Mike Knuble Returning

[HardHitt3n]

Knuble to Return for Game 4

The 6-3, 230-pound right wing has missed the last five playoff games since hurting his hamstring in Game 5 against the Washington Capitals on April 19, which was the game after Knuble scored the winning goal in double overtime in Game 4. In the first four-plus games of that series, Knuble tallied three goals and two assists with a +3 rating.

He declared himself 100 percent ready after skating on Tuesday morning at the Virtua Center Flyers Skate Zone with a limited number of his teammates.

“If there’s room, it’s Johnny’s call,” he said, referring to head coach John Stevens.

Mike Knuble battles in front of the net during the first round series with Washington. (Getty Images)

Knuble added he would not be returning unless he was completely able to do everything he could do before the injury.

“If I wasn’t ready to handle everything I wouldn’t be dressing,” he said. “It’s just too important, and there are too many guys that we have that are healthy, and I wouldn’t go out with any limitations on myself.”

He could go back to his line with Jeff Carter and Scottie Upshall, as will undoubtedly get back on the power play, where he scored 15 goals this season leading the team.

“Our power play has been struggling and Mike’s been a big part of the success we’ve had,” said Stevens. “It was tough to see him go out of the lineup, but he’d certainly be a welcome addition back in.”

If Knuble were to return to his old line, it would mean R.J. Umberger will once again have to change lines. Umberger was playing with Mike Richards and Joffrey Lupul before Knuble’s injury.



Umberger has been among the best players for the Flyers in the series with Montreal so far, with four goals in the three games.

“Umby has been a good player wherever he’s been. I feel bad for R.J. because he doesn’t have a home on a line, but that’s what makes him such a valuable player,” said Stevens. “Whether he plays there or with Richie, I think you’ll see good things from him.”

[detroit4life]

Originally Posted by hatenmyeyez

“If there’s room, it’s Johnny’s call,” he said, referring to head coach John Stevens.

If there's room? Who is gonna challenge him for a roster spot? Cote? Downie?

[Philly Fan 27]

Originally Posted by detroit4life

If there's room? Who is gonna challenge him for a roster spot? Cote? Downie?

he's being nice. downies a goner

[HardHitt3n]

this is according to the teams website

[BStreetBullies]

There is no way the guy is 100% after tearing a hamstring a little more than a week ago. The PP hasn't been its best without him, it'd be nice to have him on the PP again, but if he's not 100%, then I don't think they should dress him. hopefully Stevens will closely evaluate his level of readiness in practice.

[HardHitt3n]

Originally Posted by BStreetBullies

There is no way the guy is 100% after tearing a hamstring a little more than a week ago. The PP hasn't been its best without him, it'd be nice to have him on the PP again, but if he's not 100%, then I don't think they should dress him. hopefully Stevens will closely evaluate his level of readiness in practice.

he didnt completely tear it i dont think. if he was able to skate at 100 percent like he says and do all the things he does then im all for it

[GadesFan23]

so much for watching downie stir stuff up

[headhunter55]

Originally Posted by GadesFan23

so much for watching downie stir stuff up

'fraid so.

[Isles4life]

Good news for the Flyers offense, but it will sadly sacrifice an entertaining member of this series.