Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella announced that defenseman Emil Andrae will be scratched for the upcoming game against the Detroit Red Wings. This decision is not due to injury, despite Andrae experiencing discomfort after a significant hit from Mathieu Olivier in a previous game.

Andrae, who has impressed since his call-up in late October, has contributed one goal and five points in 19 games this season. Meanwhile, Egor Zamula will return to the lineup after last playing on December 7 against the Boston Bruins.