Sean Couturier will be ready to play in the Flyers' opener Thursday, reports Sam Carchidi of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Couturier (undisclosed) will be ready to play in the Flyers' season opener Thursday, reports Sam Carchidi of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Analysis:

The defensive-minded center said he was "pretty close" to 100 percent. He was good for 37 points last season, and owners should expect similar production as he resumes his role centering Philly's second line.