Downie Returns

Commissioner Gary Bettman has formally told the team that any more incidents could result in disciplinary action such as a large fine against the organization.

The league thinks, “like I do, that these are different coincidences and have to be viewed differently, but the question was raised about ramifications if it happens again,” said Paul Holmgren, the Flyers’ general manager. “Obviously, we’re under watch.”

He missed his third consecutive game but was in a jovial mood yesterday in the workout room at the training center and said he thinks he could be skating in a few days.

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When it was suggested that he might enjoy Hartford if he was sent to the Wolf Pack for a conditioning stint, Avery cracked: “You’ve got a better chance of seeing God.”