*The Flyers rallied from a three-goal deficit to nearly push the Avs to overtime last night, but ultimately fell short. They did make the ending exciting, though! Here’s the recap!
*There was a frightening moment early in the game when Avs forward Josh Manson collided with referee Mitch Dunning while entering the Flyers’ zone. It was a significant hit, but reports indicate that Dunning is doing relatively well in the hospital. [The Athletic]
*In case you missed it, Sam Ersson has been placed on injured reserve to make room for Helge Grans. This means we won’t see Ersson return until at least Saturday. [NBC Sports Philly]
*Have you noticed John Tortorella wearing the same hoodie in every game? It’s because he respects the hockey gods, plain and simple. [Inquirer]
*Sometimes, you have to examine the finer details closely to recognize the potential for a strong hockey team. [PhillyVoice]
*Goalie contracts often feel like a major gamble, don’t you think? Whether they’re short or long, predicting a goalie’s performance from game to game—and year to year—is challenging. This makes deciding on a goaltender’s contract a real puzzle for NHL general managers. [ESPN]
*Lastly, this exploration into the science of the slapshot is a fascinating read, so be sure to check it out! [The Athletic]
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