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19-Year-Old Rookie Porter Martone Already Pushing Philadelphia Flyers Toward a Playoff Run
The 19-year-old rookie capped a strong first week with a 5-on-3 rebound goal that lifted Philadelphia closer to playoff position.
- On Sunday, 19-year-old rookie Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in overtime, securing a 2-1 victory for the Philadelphia Flyers over the Boston Bruins at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
- With this victory, the Flyers reached 90 points and moved into third place in the Metropolitan Division for the first time since January 12, positioning themselves for Eastern Conference playoff eligibility.
- Martone recorded his first career multi-point game with an assist on Christian Dvorak's goal; coach Rick Tocchet praised the rookie's engagement and readiness for a veteran's workload.
- Philadelphia converted on a five-on-three power-play advantage in overtime, marking the team's first man-advantage goal since last Sunday after going 0-for-4 in regulation.
- The Flyers begin a three-game road trip on Tuesday against the New Jersey Devils, with five pivotal games remaining to determine their Eastern Conference playoff fate.
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At just 19 years old, rookie Porter Martone is already pushing the Flyers toward a playoff run
Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in dramatic fashion, netting the overtime winner for the Philadelphia Flyers against the Boston Bruins.
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Leaning Left9Leaning Right1Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution56% Left
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