Flyers End Losing Streak with Victory Over Golden Knights
In a thrilling contest on Monday night in Las Vegas, the Philadelphia Flyers managed to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Golden Knights, effectively putting an end to their six-game losing streak. This win is particularly noteworthy as it snapped Vegas’ impressive seven-game winning streak, marking the first time the Golden Knights have been held to a single goal since mid-December.
Travis Konecny Shines
Travis Konecny was the star of the match for Philadelphia, netting both goals for the Flyers. He opened the scoring just 3 minutes and 46 seconds into the first period and extended the lead with a short-handed effort at 7:22 into the third period, bringing his season total to 17 goals. Remarkably, both of Konecny’s goals came without any assists.
Golden Knights Struggle
On the opposing side, Tomas Hertl managed to put the Golden Knights on the board with a power-play goal late in the second period. Despite having a slew of opportunities, including seven power-play chances, the Golden Knights couldn’t capitalize on most, with Adin Hill, their goalie, stopping 15 shots throughout the match. Notably, Konecny’s performance helped the Flyers improve their record to 6-8-2 after starting the season with a 17-9-6 standing. Previously, they had lost six out of their last seven encounters against Las Vegas.
Goalie Performances
Flyers’ goalie Samuel Ersson showcased his skills, making 24 saves, including a couple of critical stops during a tense 6-on-4 situation in the final moments of the game as the Golden Knights pressed for an equalizer after pulling Hill for an extra attacker.
Looking Ahead
For the Flyers, they are set to continue their road trip as they head to Utah on Wednesday, while the Golden Knights will kick off a four-game road trip in Boston on Thursday. This match not only highlights Konecny’s resurgence but also exemplifies the competitive nature of the league as both teams strive for playoff positions.
