Flyers’ Lindros Impressive in NHL Debut

Eric Lindros, 19, making his NHL debut against the Quebec Nordiques, the team he spurned, led the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-3 exhibition victory Saturday before a near-capacity crowd of 17,226 at Philadelphia.

The 6-foot-4 Lindros had a goal and an assist.

The Nordiques picked Lindros No. 1 overall in 1991, but he refused to sign and eventually forced a trade.

Asked about his play, Lindros said: “I think the only grade is a W. It’s a win.”

Said Flyer Coach Bill Dineen: “The big guy did everything we thought he was going to do. He was a force out there.”

Nordique Coach Pierre Page added: “I saw the Canada Cup. Nothing he does surprises me.”