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Flyers make lineup changes with Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett nearing return

The Philadelphia Flyers’ 3-8-4 start can be blamed on a whole lot of things but one thing that has at the very least been a factor is just how banged up they have been through these first 15 games. Their…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 6:44 PM
Flyers make lineup changes with Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett nearing return
Key Things to Know
  • Philadelphia Flyers forwards Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett practiced Friday and could return to the lineup Sunday.
  • Head coach Rick Tocchet stated both wingers are close to returning for the matchup against the Utah Mammoth.
  • Konecny rotated into the top line with Trevor Zegras and Christian Dvorak during practice drills.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Flyers adjusted their forward lines at practice on Friday as injured wingers Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett near a return. Head coach Rick Tocchet did not rule out the possibility of both players dressing for Sunday's game against the Utah Mammoth, noting their status depends on how the next few days progress.

During practice, Konecny rotated on the top line alongside Trevor Zegras and Christian Dvorak despite wearing a non-contact jersey. Meanwhile, Tippett skated in a regular jersey on a line with Denver Barkey and Michael Bunting, potentially pushing rookie Cole Knuble out of the lineup.

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