It has been almost two years since the Flyers received the luxury of a playoff bid. With this being the 38th overall playoff appearance, who is in favor? Of course the number one seed, the Washington Capitals. But who doesn't love a good underdog story? In season play, each team split, including home ice victories for each. But three out of the four games were decided by one goal, including some in over-time play.
Claude Giroux has been outstanding during the season series play against the Capitals. With one goal and three assists within the four games, Giroux leads the Flyers in assists. Steve Mason also contributed to the series by keeping the brick wall mentality in check. Alex Ovechkin and T.J. Oshie will be tough to play against this coming week, who are both key players to watch.
Saturday night was a hard loss for the Flyers, 4-1 sweep which put the Flyguys in an even worse position in the series. Now, the underdog's possibility of a comeback becomes slim. John Carlson is leading the Caps in most goals in the playoff series with two. Jakub Voracek has the only goal for the Flyers so far, with Brayden Schenn trailing behind with one assist. Mason only gave up six goals with over 54 saves. Mason can't do it alone, the offense must carry out their end and start scoring if they don't want to be swept again.
It will be an emotional return back to Philly not only for the team, but for the notorious full-hearted fans. Flyers are 0-2 in the seven game series so far. They return to home ice tonight at 7pm, and hopefully they bang out a win.
