Flyers Face Flames in Home Matchup Looking for Sixth Straight Point

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The Philadelphia Flyers (27-26-8) aim to extend their five-game point streak as they welcome the Calgary Flames (28-23-9) to the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. EST. The game will be broadcast on NBCSP and 93.3 WMMR, with an online simulcast available on Flyers Radio 24/7.

This matchup marks the second and final encounter of the season between the two teams, following the Flames’ 6-3 victory in Calgary on October 12. The Flyers come into this game buoyed by a recent 2-1 shootout win over the Winnipeg Jets, where defenseman Jamie Drysdale scored in regulation, and Matvei Michkov secured the win in the shootout.

Tuesday’s game will feature a notable storyline as former Flyers forwards Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost make their returns, alongside Flames first-round pick Jakob Pelletier and winger Andrei Kuzmenko going against their previous team. These players were part of a multi-player trade completed on January 30.

Kuzmenko has tallied three points in five games with Philadelphia, while both Farabee and Frost are looking to find their scoring touch after inconsistent performances. Kuzmenko, in particular, had a standout game earlier in the season against the Flyers, tallying three assists when Calgary and Philadelphia squared off previously.

Adding to the context, the Flyers may benefit from a fatigue advantage as they have not faced heavy travel recently. In contrast, the Flames are in the midst of a demanding road trip, having played five games in eight nights. This situation calls for a strong performance from Flyers head coach John Tortorella’s squad against the potentially worn-down Flames.

The Flyers have shown effective play in recent games, maintaining solid puck pressure and contributing offensively. They will look to capitalize on Calgary’s tendency to struggle in defensive coverage, which has been evident during their last few outings.

Statistically, the Flyers have performed well on the penalty kill recently, boasting an 86.7 percent success rate over the past 15 games. However, their power play has struggled, ranking 28th in the league at 16.3 percent. The Flames, too, are wrestling with their power play, currently sitting in 19th place.

Looking ahead, goaltending will be a pivotal factor for both teams. Flyers goalie Ivan Fedotov has been solid, coming off what many consider his best performance in the NHL, while Flames goalie Dustin Wolf has been recognized as one of the league’s top rookies, showcasing an impressive record.

As the Flyers kick off a crucial seven-game homestand, they will seek not only a win but to build momentum in a tight playoff race. With both teams eager to assert their game plans, the matchup promises to be critical for dictating their respective season trajectories.