Samuel Ersson had an impressive performance, stopping 23 shots in the game against the Boston Bruins. Tyson Foerster managed to break the scoreless tie early in the second period, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-0 victory. This win marked the Flyers’ first victory in Boston since April 5, 2021.
Ersson achieved his sixth career shutout and first of the season. There was a moment of tension in the third period when the puck nearly crossed the line after hitting Ersson’s skate. However, he managed to secure the puck and prevent a goal.
The Flyers struggled initially with a 2-6-1 start to the season, allowing an average of 4.22 goals per game. Despite this, they delivered a solid defensive performance against the Bruins. Philadelphia successfully shut down a five-on-three power play early in the first period and limited Boston to just three shots on goal in the final period.
On the other hand, the Bruins failed to capitalize on their opportunities despite outshooting the Flyers 21-12 in the first two periods. This was the second time in four games that Boston was shut out, following a 4-0 loss to Nashville on October 22. Joonas Korpisalo made 17 saves in the game against Philadelphia.
During a critical moment when Philadelphia defenseman Jamie Drysdale was injured on the ice, Ersson made a series of crucial saves to keep the Bruins at bay. Shortly after, Foerster scored the opening goal for the Flyers, setting the stage for their victory.
Despite being outshot by the Bruins, the Flyers dominated in the faceoff circle and ultimately secured a 30-21 advantage in faceoffs. Looking ahead, the Bruins will face the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night, while the Flyers will return home to play against the St. Louis Blues.
The Flyers’ victory against the Bruins showcased their ability to overcome a challenging start to the season and deliver a strong defensive performance. With Ersson’s exceptional goaltending and Foerster’s timely goal, Philadelphia was able to secure a crucial win on the road.
