Takeaways from Flyers 5-3 win over the Islanders

Jan 16, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson (33) watches the play as he defends the net in the second period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn ImagesThe Flyers kicked off the first of their trio of games against the Islanders in the month of January — what a weird schedule this is this year — and though it would prove to be a difficult game for them, both in matchup and emotional context, they managed to come away with a huge win over a divisional opponent, and a big statement made in the process.

The Basics

First period: 9:21- Bo Horvat (Nelson)PPG

Second period: 5:15- Sean Couturier (Farabee, Michkov),…