The loss of Lindbergh was especially heart - wrenching since Pelle was the reigning Vezina Trophy winner as the league 's best goaltender .
The Flyers appeared ready for another run at the Cup in 1986 .
The loss of Lindbergh was especially heart - wrenching since Pelle was the reigning Vezina Trophy winner as the league 's best goaltender , and the Flyers appeared ready for another run at the Cup in 1986 .