In the first Flyers-Ducks game since the infamous Cutter Gauthier trade and ensuing fallout, the Flyers emerged victorious in the first game of their annual Disney On Ice trip. Emerging out of the break with a much-needed win, on the backs of a stout Sam Ersson and strong defensive effort, is just what the doctor ordered for the Flyers as they embark on a potential season-defining trip out west.
The Basics
First period: No scoring
Second period: 4:03 – Noah Cates (Brink, York), 15:38 – Troy Terry (Gudas, LaCombe)
Third period: 5:57 – Morgan Frost (Laughton), 17:40 – Joel Farabee (EN)
SOG: 33 (ANA) – 25 (PHI)
Some Takeaways
Sam Ersson with a much needed bounce back
Heading into the holiday break, there was plenty of room for fans to be doubting Sam Ersson, and plenty of justification for it.