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Flyers Soar Past Kraken in a Close Encounter at Wells Fargo Center

The Philadelphia Flyers edged out the Seattle Kraken with a final score of 3-2, marking another notch in their season tally. The Flyers now boast a record that reflects their competitive spirit, while the Kraken's numbers took a slight dip after this encounter.


Dec 14, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (55) passes the puck against the Washington Capitals in the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

On home ice at the Wells Fargo Center, the Flyers demonstrated why they are formidable opponents. The team's goaltender was particularly impressive, saving 17 out of 19 shots and securing a save percentage rounded to an impeccable 100 percent. This defensive wall contributed significantly to the team's victory.


Offensively, the Flyers were relentless with 38 shots on goal throughout the game. Their powerplay unit capitalized on one of their four opportunities thanks to precise execution and teamwork which resulted in an important goal. Additionally, they showcased their adaptability by scoring once while shorthanded from just one shot – efficiency at its finest.


The team's faceoff performance was notable as well; they won nearly half of all faceoffs taken during the game. This control over puck possession often translated into offensive pressure against the Kraken.


Philadelphia also displayed disciplined play by limiting themselves to three penalties throughout the match and spending only six minutes less than their counterparts in penalty time. Their ability to stay out of the box played a crucial role in maintaining momentum and keeping pressure on Seattle.


The visiting Seattle Kraken put up a strong fight despite falling short on this occasion. They managed two goals from just 19 shots – showcasing an impressive shooting percentage of ten percent – but it wasn't enough to overcome Philadelphia's defense and goaltending prowess.


Seattle also had fewer hits than Philadelphia but blocked more attempts with an outstanding total of 26 blocked shots compared to Philadelphia’s 23 blocks; however, these efforts did not translate into victory for them this time around.


As fans look forward to more action-packed games, they can mark their calendars for when Philadelphia will host Arizona Coyotes at Wells Fargo Center on February 13th at Wells Fargo Center. Fans can catch all live action through various broadcast networks including ESPN+ online or NBCS-PH and SCRIPPS television networks for local viewership starting from midnight Eastern Time as per scheduled kickoff times.

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