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Flyers Eviscerated by Penguins in Brutal 7-0 Home Opener Loss

The Flyers never stood a chance.

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 3:11 AM
Flyers Eviscerated by Penguins in Brutal 7-0 Home Opener Loss
Key Things to Know
  • The Pittsburgh Penguins routed the Philadelphia Flyers 7-0 in Philadelphia's home opener.
  • Nick Robertson scored two goals, while Pittsburgh went 2-for-4 on the power play and scored shorthanded.
  • Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet stated his team failed to compete defensively or offensively.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Flyers suffered a crushing 7-0 loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins during their 2026-27 season home opener on Wednesday night. Nick Robertson scored twice, alongside goals from Ville Koivunen, Evgeni Malkin, Filip Hallander, Hendrix Lapierre, and Egor Chinakhov. Pittsburgh capitalized on special teams by going 2-for-4 on the power play and adding a shorthanded goal against goaltender Dan Vladar.

Following the defeat, head coach Rick Tocchet criticized Philadelphia's lack of engagement and discipline after the Flyers surrendered a 5-0 deficit by the second period. The Flyers will seek an immediate bounce-back opportunity on Thursday night when they travel to face the New Jersey Devils.

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