Flyers Ready to Face Predators in Nashville Showdown

Nashville, Tennessee

The Philadelphia Flyers, managed by Rick Tocchet, will visit the Nashville Predators, led by Andrew Brunette, on Thursday evening. The Flyers hold a record of 7-5-1, while the Predators stand at 5-6-4. This match is the second meeting of the season between the two teams, with the Flyers winning the first game 4-1 at home last Thursday.

The Flyers enter this matchup on the heels of their first road victory of the season, a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Monday. Game time is set for 8:00 p.m. EST at Bridgestone Arena and will be broadcast on NBCSP.

Tocchet has emphasized the importance of maintaining the same high level of play that the Flyers showed against the Canadiens. They need to capitalize on open shooting chances and be aggressive in pursuit of the puck. Their last game against the Predators showcased a strong offensive effort that took advantage of opportunities sparked by goaltender Dan Vladar‘s performance.

Trevor Zegras has been a key player for the Flyers, boasting 10 points in his last six games. He leads the team this season with 15 points and will be crucial for the Flyers as they look to continue their momentum. Matvei Michkov, who had a standout performance last week, is also expected to play a significant role in the offense as he seeks to regain his rhythm.

The Predators, meanwhile, come into this game after drawing two consecutive overtime losses against the Vancouver Canucks and Minnesota Wild. They have struggled to find their scoring touch lately, with inconsistent performances on special teams, ranking near the bottom of the league.

Both teams need a win to keep pace in the competitive Central and Metropolitan divisions. The Flyers hope to build off their recent success and secure another victory on the road, while the Predators will be looking to turn their season around with a crucial home win.