Recalled/Assigned: Erik Gustafsson (D) recalled; Andreas Lilja (D) loaned to Phantoms (AHL)

[MiamiScreamingEagles]

GUS RECALLED IN MONTREAL
Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren announced some roster moves just prior to their game at Montreal.

The club has recalled defenseman Erik Gustafsson from their AHL affiliate, the Adirondack Phantoms, and loaned defenseman Andreas Lilja to the Phantoms.

Gustafsson will be in the Flyers line-up tonight and wear No. 29.

This is Gustafsson's first recall to the Flyers this season, after playing 32 games with the Phantoms, posting 18 points (4g-14a) and 37 penalty minutes.

He missed 15 games with the Phantoms after suffering an ankle injury on Dec. 14 against the Syracuse Crunch.

Last season, Gustafsson appeared in 30 regular season games for the Flyers recording a goal and four assists. He added two points (1g-1a) in seven Stanley Cup Playoff games.

"I think he's at the point where he wants to get here, get in the line-up on a regular basis," said Flyers head coach Peter Laviolette. "It's unfortunate what happened with the injury to start the year because he had some good games for us, especially in the Pittsburgh series at the end of last year. He can even use that to build off of and hopefully continue to improve at this level."

Gustafsson received the news late last night after the Phantoms-Albany Devils game and feels good about getting back with the big club.

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[GKJ]

RT @NHLFlyers: MORE: #Flyers have also loaned (D) Andreas Lilja to Adirondack.

 

[FlyersFan61290]

means that kimmo shouldnt be out long I would think (loaning Lilja to the phantoms that is)

 

[RJ8812*]

I wish Lilja was exiled to ADK

 

[laundryman]

Hopefully Gus takes the place of Foster or Gervais. Gus should help out the powerplay too. I think he'd be great with Grossmann

 

[BackToTheBrierePatch]

I believe Lilja's cap still counts due to the 35 plus rule.

 

[GKJ]

RT @dianacnearhos: Lilja is in Glens Falls and will be playing tonight.

This seems like a permanent move to me.

 

[FLYguy3911]

Had to know this was coming. I assume he'll play tonight?

 

[The Couturier Effect]

I believe Lilja's cap still counts due to the 35 plus rule.

That's fine. Paying him not to play is completely worth it.

 

[dats81]

Probably means that Kimmo has to sit out a couple of games.

Will Gus take his spot on the first pairing or does he fill in on the third with Foster?we'll find out soon

 

[Alchemy]

I know ive said things regarding Gus but he's a better option than Lilja.

 

[sa cyred]

Time to see what Gus can do. Has a chance to play some minutes.

 

[FLYguy3911]

I'm guessing he'll get some PP time which will be fun to see.

 

[SolidSnakeUS]

If Gus get's a point on the PP, any indication he might stay?

 

[Laveuglette]

IMO, he'll stay even when Kimmo will be back. We need someone who moves the puck well, and Gus looked ready when he last played for us. I think he's better than Foster.

 

[Krishna]

Get gustafsson and no Lilja

win win

 

[FLYguy3911]

If Gus get's a point on the PP, any indication he might stay?

I don't think he'll be on the chopping block if he doesn't get a point on the PP.

 

[FlyersFan61290]

IMO, he'll stay even when Kimmo will be back. We need someone who moves the puck well, and Gus looked ready when he last played for us. I think he's better than Foster.

Lol, he's definitely better then foster but that's not saying much

 

[Laveuglette]

Lol, he's definitely better then foster but that's not saying much

Well, that's saying he'll take his spot I guess.

 

[RoDu]

Gus with eleven goals tonight, eats Subban's soul


bank on it

 

[Hockeypete49]

I know ive said things regarding Gus but he's a better option than Lilja.

It is what he wants now lets hope he can help. His speed and movement with the puck will only be a benefit.