Ray Emery (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

Emery (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

Analysis:

With the Flyers activating Steve Mason (knee) from injured reserve to serve as the backup to Rob Zepp for Thursday's game against the Maple Leafs, Emery was shuttled to IR to open up the roster spot. The severity of Emery's injury hasn't been articulated, but the fact that he wasn't cleared to travel with the club for its two-game road trip suggests it's more than a day-to-day concern. Even once Emery is healthy, there's no guarantee that he'd immediately unseat Zepp for No. 2 goalie duties.