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5 observations: Flyers blow third period lead in brutal fashion, Michkov situation escalates

Once again, the Flyers lost in particularly brutal fashion. And now, there's real concern regarding Matvei Michkov. Hoo boy.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:41 PM
5 observations: Flyers blow third period lead in brutal fashion, Michkov situation escalates
Key Things to Know
  • The Philadelphia Flyers surrendered a third-period lead, losing 3-2 to the New York Rangers.
  • Pavel Dorofeyev and Tye Kartye scored 89 seconds apart to secure the comeback victory for New York.
  • Head coach Rick Tocchet labeled Philadelphia's collapse inexcusable following their fifth loss in six games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Flyers blew a third-period lead to suffer a 3-2 defeat against the New York Rangers in New York City. Holding a 2-1 advantage entering the final period, the Flyers conceded two goals within an 89-second span to Pavel Dorofeyev and Tye Kartye. The defeat marked Philadelphia's fifth loss in six games, leaving head coach Rick Tocchet to describe the defensive collapse as inexcusable.

Noel Acciari and Simon Benoit provided the goals for Philadelphia, while goaltender Joseph Woll recorded 25 saves in the loss. For the Rangers, goaltender Dylan Garand stopped 23 shots to secure the victory.

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