Saturday, 4/17/21 vs Washington Capitals
Results: 6-3 Loss
Flyers goals scored by:
Ivan Provorov (Giroux, Farabee)
James van Riemsdyk (Aube-Kubel)
Wade Allison (Hayes, Giroux)
And We’re Back
This season has been rough. If you’ve followed this team over the past decade or so, you’ve witnessed a lot of disappointments. The 2012-13 season began a rocky road of missing the playoffs one year, having a first round exit the next. While the Flyers finally made it past the first round last playoffs, they are on track to continue the “every-other” trend.
It’s tough to stay the course. I love this team and tune in every game, but the stretches of bad hockey can wear you down. It takes the fun out of the game. With that being said, I decided not to tune into the game last Thursday against Pittsburgh, although I did watch OT and what wizardry by G and Coots. But we’re back. Time to focus on the positives.
The Kids
While I absolutely hate the Flyers not being in playoff contention, I do enjoy watching the young guns get an opportunity. It’s a little preview of the potential main roster additions for next season.
Yesterday’s game against the Caps saw Wade Allison dressing in his second NHL game. And he scored! We love to see that. His presence in front of the net was great to watch. He played smart, taking short shifts, not risking that he might get stuck out on the ice for an extended period of time which could cause some defensive break downs. I’m excited for his future with this organization.
The Home Stretch
The season is winding down. Barring a miracle, the Flyers won’t be coming back from their point deficit in the standings. It’s time to look towards the off-season. Fletcher and crew have a lot of work to do. From the expansion draft, to the entry level draft, to free agency. This team needs some work, but it doesn’t feel too far off. Maybe I’m just being too optimistic.
Looking Ahead
The Flyers play today, facing the New York Islanders for the final time this season. Continue looking out for the youngsters to shine as they get their opportunities in the majors. After today’s game, the Flyers will have three whole days off which might be the most since Covid ran through the division in February.
Flyers Morning Skate 