Flyers reverse course behind a balanced attack
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Out of the gates, it appeared as though this was going to be a lost campaign for the Philadelphia Flyers. It culminated with a 10-game losing skid in early December, putting coach Dave Hakstol squarely on the hot seat. To say things have changed would be a maFlyers reverse course behind a balanced attack
Out of the gates, it appeared as though this was going to be a lost campaign for the Philadelphia Flyers. It culminated with a 10-game losing skid in early December, putting coach Dave Hakstol squarely on the hot seat. To say things have changed would be a massive understatement.It can't be denied; the Flyers have been on a roll. After two months with a balanced offensive attack and goaltending to match, they've moved into a solid playoff spot, just a couple points behind the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Washington Capitals in the Metropolitan Division. Heck, they even beat the Golden Knights in Vegas last weekend, a feat that few have accomplished this season. Vegas has the best home record in the NHL, losing just four times in regulation all season at T-Mobile Arena.Now, their successful goalie tandem has been interrupted due to injury, with de facto starter Brian Elliott expected to miss a little over a month during a crucial stretch of the regular season. How can Philadelphia keep it rolling without its st Read more