Looking to extend their winning streak to two after defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets by a score of 5-1, the Philadelphia Flyers hit the road to finish out the second half of their home-and-home series with the aforementioned Blue Jackets. Philly was also aiming to sweep the season series with their Metropolitan Division opponent, taking all of their previous three meetings coming into tonight. Brian Elliott got the nod from Head Coach Alain Vigneault in net and opposed Elvis Merzlikins on the other end of the rink. Meanwhile, the recently recalled Mark Friedman entered the lineup for Justin Braun, who was out with the flu.
Kevin Hayes’ OT Winner Helps Flyers Complete Comeback vs Columbus
