Flyers Doomed by Immaturity, ‘Unusual’ Lifeless Start in 4-3 Loss to Blue Jackets

The Flyers have crashed back to earth in devastating fashion.

By Jonathan Bailey · Yahoo Sports

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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The Philadelphia Flyers lost 4-3 in overtime to the Columbus Blue Jackets after a slow start.
Philadelphia overcame a 3-0 first-period deficit before Kent Johnson scored the overtime game-winner for Columbus.
Goaltender Dan Vladar started in net for the Flyers against the Blue Jackets.

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The Philadelphia Flyers fell 4-3 in overtime to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night after falling into an early three-goal deficit. Despite battling back from a lifeless first period to tie the game, Philadelphia ultimately conceded two 2-on-0 breakaways in overtime, with Kent Johnson scoring his second goal of the night to secure the win for Columbus.

Goaltender Dan Vladar started in net for Philadelphia, while the roster also saw the return of defenseman Cam York from injured reserve alongside the recall of forward Jacob Gaucher. The loss dropped the Flyers' record to 3-7-4, halting their momentum following a recent three-game winning streak.

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Flyers Doomed by Immaturity, ‘Unusual’ Lifeless Start in 4-3 Loss to Blue Jackets

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