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What changes should Flyers make to get back in series? 

What changes should Flyers make to get back in series? 

The Philadelphia Flyers put up quite a fight in Game 2 of their second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday. Completely outclassed in the opener, the Flyers jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first five minutes of the game, but they couldn’t hang on, as the Hurricanes scored the next two to send it to overtime tied at two apiece.

Noah Cates News / Daily Faceoff / May 5
Flyers’ Cates out day-to-day with lower-body injury

Flyers’ Cates out day-to-day with lower-body injury

The Philadelphia Flyers could be without a key forward for Game 3 of their second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes. Head coach Rick Tocchet told the media, including team reporter Kendall Skalicky, that Noah Cates is out on a day-to-day basis with a lower-body injury he suffered in Game 2.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 5
Flyers proved they could hang with the Hurricanes despite loss

Flyers proved they could hang with the Hurricanes despite loss

For the Flyers, the glass-half-empty take is that they just blew an opportunity to steal a game against a superior opponent. The glass-half-full take,

Rick Tocchet News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Flyers’ Rick Tocchet had a powerful quote after Game 2 collapse vs. Hurricanes

Flyers’ Rick Tocchet had a powerful quote after Game 2 collapse vs. Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers have their backs firmly against the wall after two games in their series against the Carolina Hurricanes. They are now trailing Carolina 2-0 after suffering a 3-2 defeat in Game 2 of the series on Monday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, N.C.

Anze Kopitar News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 5
3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Game 2 OT Loss to Hurricanes

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Game 2 OT Loss to Hurricanes

On the road, the Philadelphia Flyers built a 2-0 lead against a Carolina Hurricanes team that hadn’t trailed at any point in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs previously.

Philadelphia Flyers News / ESPN / May 5

Down 2-0, Tocchet vows his Flyers 'won't give up'

The Philadelphia Flyers remained defiant after a 3-2 overtime loss in Game 2 on Monday, putting them in a 2-0 hole against the Carolina Hurricanes, and coach Rick Tocchet told reporters that "we keep hearing that 'we're dead,' but the guys won't give up."

Travis Konecny News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 5
Flyers’ Travis Konecny reacts to nightmare OT miss in Hurricanes Game 2

Flyers’ Travis Konecny reacts to nightmare OT miss in Hurricanes Game 2

The Philadelphia Flyers lost Game 2 against the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night. The Flyers had a 2-0 lead, but fell in overtime on the road. It’s a crushing loss for Travis Konecny and his teammates.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / May 5
OT Giveth OT Taketh, Flyers Down 2-0 To Hurricanes

OT Giveth OT Taketh, Flyers Down 2-0 To Hurricanes

The Flyers return home down 2-0 after Carolina won Game 2 with 1:06 left in the first overtime. A heartbreaking loss after the Flyers controlled the whole overtime.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 4
Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen redeems himself in Game 2 win

Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen redeems himself in Game 2 win over Flyers

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen's strong finish to Game 2 more than made up for a rocky start.

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Owen Tippett News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
Flyers’ Owen Tippett out for Game 2 vs. Hurricanes, but return is near

Flyers’ Owen Tippett out for Game 2 vs. Hurricanes, but return is near

The Philadelphia Flyers are scheduled to take on the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 on Monday after suffering a 3-0 Game 1 loss to begin the series. Unfortunately, Philly will have to play the second game of the series without right wing Owen Tippett.

Denver Barkey News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3
What Flyers’ Denver Barkey was preaching before Game 1 loss to Hurricanes

What Flyers’ Denver Barkey was preaching before Game 1 loss to Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers got trounced in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Carolina won, 3-0, and dominated starting in the first period.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 3
Hurricanes aim to continue dominance in Game 2 vs. Flyers

Hurricanes aim to continue dominance in Game 2 vs. Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers know they must be at their best in Game 2 on Monday in Raleigh, N.C. to have any hope of evening their playoff series with the Carolina Hurricanes.

Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3
Flyers’ Rick Tocchet understands how to beat Hurricanes despite Game 1 loss

Flyers’ Rick Tocchet understands how to beat Hurricanes despite Game 1 loss

The Philadelphia Flyers lost Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Carolina knocked off the Flyers, 3-0.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Decisive Game 1 Loss to Hurricanes

3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Decisive Game 1 Loss to Hurricanes

The Philadelphia Flyers, effectively the bottom seed in the Eastern Conference, were clear underdogs against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of their second-round series.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2
Canes keep rolling, blank Flyers to open semifinal series

Canes keep rolling, blank Flyers to open semifinal series

Logan Stankoven scored twice and goaltender Frederik Andersen collected his second shutout of this year's playoffs as the host Carolina Hurricanes opened their playoff series against the Philadelphia Flyers with a 3-0 victory on Saturday in Raleigh, N.C.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 2
Logan Stankoven extends goal streak in win over Flyers

Hurricanes' Logan Stankoven makes history by extending goal streak in win over Flyers

A big reason why the Carolina Hurricanes have yet to lose a game throughout this postseason, Logan Stankoven extended his goal streak on Saturday night. 

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Dan Vladar News / Field Level Media / May 1
Daniel Vladar, Flyers confident against East-best Canes as second round begins

Daniel Vladar, Flyers confident against East-best Canes as second round begins

The Philadelphia Flyers pulled off their first postseason upset since 2012 when they knocked the Pittsburgh Penguins out of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 30
Rick Tocchet Compares Flyers Forward’s Speed to Connor McDavid

Rick Tocchet Compares Flyers Forward’s Speed to Connor McDavid

Vibes are high in Philadelphia after the Flyers finished off their bitter rival, the Pittsburgh Penguins, with a 1–0 overtime win in Game 6 on Wednesday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 30
Evgeni Malkin's future takes center stage for Penguins

Evgeni Malkin's future takes center stage for Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins did not go away without a fight, but it is a long way back from a 3-0 series deficit, and they simply ran out of magic in their 1-0 Game 6 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night.

Dan Vladar steals Game 6 to send Flyers to second round
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Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28
What Is Michkov’s Future in Philadelphia and Under Rick Tocchet?

What Is Michkov’s Future in Philadelphia and Under Rick Tocchet?

The decision by Rick Tocchet to scratch Matvei Michkov in Game 5 has quickly become one of the biggest talking points of the Philadelphia Flyers’ playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins—and it raises real questions about Michkov’s role moving forward.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Brotherly Bullies / April 28
Another Bad Bounce Costs Flyers, On To Game 6

Another Bad Bounce Costs Flyers, On To Game 6

The Penguins extended the series and sent it back to Philadelphia after beating the Flyers 3-2 in Game 5. For the third straight game, the Flyers fell behind in the first period.

Matvei Michkov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26
Flyers Expected To Scratch Matvei Michkov In Game 5

Flyers Expected To Scratch Matvei Michkov In Game 5

While the Philadelphia Flyers had a successful regular season and playoffs, it has not been a good year for Matvei Michkov. According to Charlie O’Connor of PHLY Sports, Michkov was practicing on the Flyers’ fifth forward unit this morning, meaning he’ll likely be in the press box for Game 5.

Porter Martone News / NHL Trade Talk / April 24
Nobody Saw This Flyers’ Rookie Sensation Dominating the Playoffs

Nobody Saw This Flyers’ Rookie Sensation Dominating the Playoffs

The Stanley Cup Playoffs often bring out the best in players and are widely regarded as the highest level of hockey all season. This postseason has been no exception, with Porter Martone bursting onto the scene early in his NHL career.

Dan Vladar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23
Flyers’ Dan Vladar Questionable For Game 4

Flyers’ Dan Vladar Questionable For Game 4

Philadelphia Flyers starting goaltender Dan Vladar‘s status is in question for game four against the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Rick Tocchet told the media today.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23
Flyers mascot causes a scene with a bizarre stunt

Flyers mascot causes a scene with a bizarre stunt

Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty is having himself quite a postseason. Introduced in 2018, Gritty is loving the playoff atmosphere, which he hasn’t experienced in several years, as the Flyers missed the NHL playoffs for the previous five seasons.

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