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By Meghan Reilly · Flyers Nitty Gritty

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:54 PM

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Meghan Reilly argues the Philadelphia Flyers have taken a clear step back following a disappointing 4-10-4 start to the season.
The Flyers sit in eighth place in the Metropolitan Division with a league-lagging minus-21 goal differential through 18 games.
Reilly points to severe scoring droughts, a 27th-ranked power play, and roster injuries as the team's core problems.

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Meghan Reilly examines the Philadelphia Flyers' difficult start to the 2026-27 season, noting that the team sits in last place in the Metropolitan Division with a 4-10-4 record through 18 games. Reilly highlights that the team has scored just 39 goals while conceding 60, resulting in a minus-21 goal differential following an early 0-6-3 start to the campaign.

Reilly argues that a lack of consistent scoring, an underperforming power play, and key injuries are the primary drivers of the slump. While Matvei Michkov and points leader Trevor Zegras provide sporadic offense, Reilly contends that goaltending between Dan Vladar and Joseph Woll is not the main issue behind the team's struggles.

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