Philly Leader

In a crucial match of their homestand, the Philadelphia Flyers will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Wells Fargo Center on Thursday evening. This game marks the sixth in a seven-game stretch for John Tortorella's team, which has struggled to find success with an 0-5-0 record so far. The Flyers are seeking their first win during this period after previous strong performances.

The match is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT and will be broadcasted on NBCSP and 97.5 The Fanatic, with an online simulcast available on Flyers Radio 24/7.

This encounter is the second of three between these teams this season, with the final meeting set for March 17 in Tampa. In their last matchup on November 7, Philadelphia secured a victory over Tampa Bay via shootout.

Tampa Bay enters Thursday's game having lost two consecutive matches but maintains a solid position in their division standings with a recent record of 7-3-0 over ten games. Jon Cooper's squad holds a lead over Ottawa as they vie for third place in the Atlantic Division.

For Philadelphia, one positive aspect has been defensemen contributing offensively despite being outscored significantly during the homestand. Jamie Drysdale has stood out by scoring goals in recent games and helping boost team morale.

Special teams performance remains critical for both clubs. The Flyers have struggled on power plays while Tampa boasts strong special teams efficiency this season.

Containing Tampa's potent top line of Jake Guentzel, Brayden Point, and Nikita Kucherov will be essential if Philadelphia hopes to end its losing streak and secure points before concluding its homestand.