Dan Hilferty Chairman & CEO of Comcast Spectacor, Governor | Philadelphia Flyers Website
Dan Hilferty Chairman & CEO of Comcast Spectacor, Governor | Philadelphia Flyers Website
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim set a new record for skating distance in a single game this season during the team's 3-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Sanheim covered 4.69 miles on the ice, with an impressive 2.00 miles skated in the third period alone. This achievement marks only the second instance since the introduction of puck and player tracking in 2021-22 that a player has skated two miles in one period during regular season play.
Sanheim's time on ice totaled 31:07, marking both an NHL career high for him and the highest by any Flyers skater since Luke Schenn's performance against the Montreal Canadiens in April 2013. Throughout Monday's game, Sanheim completed 32 shifts, assisted on Owen Tippett’s goal, and took three shots as Philadelphia attempted a comeback.
Sanheim is unique in having played over 30 minutes in more than one game this season, achieving this milestone three times—all occurring in November. His performance included covering distances across all zones: 1.15 miles in offensive, 1.34 miles in neutral, and 2.20 miles defensively.
Currently ranking third for total skating distance this season at 70.99 miles, Sanheim trails only New Jersey Devils' Jack Hughes and Nathan MacKinnon of the Avalanche. In terms of even-strength mileage, Hughes is ahead of Sanheim by less than a mile.
Sanheim also ranks among the fastest defensemen with his speed bursts; he is fourth with bursts exceeding 20 mph and tied for most bursts above 22 mph among defensemen this season.
In Monday's game, Sanheim reached a maximum speed of 22.42 mph—surpassing his previous season high—and ranking him within the top percentile league-wide.
Statistically leading Flyers defensemen with five goals, seven assists, and twelve points—all at even strength—Sanheim remains close to challenging league leaders like Cale Makar and others for defensive scoring prowess.
With increased shot attempts per game this year compared to previous seasons, Sanheim stands out among defensemen for his high-danger and midrange shots according to NHL EDGE stats.
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