Briere's Carlsson Swing Missed, But the Gamble Itself Was the Win

Danny Briere took his shot at landing Leo Carlsson, and while the Flyers GM came up empty, the pursuit itself reveals how aggressive Philadelphia's front office is willing to be in reshaping this roster. In a league where most teams play it safe at the margins, Briere's willingness to chase a young star of Carlsson's caliber shows the organization understands what it takes to compete at the highest level.