US EditionFlyers' Tippett, Hurricanes' Nikishin Out for Opener of 2nd-Round Series
The Flyers’ regular-season goals leader is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury after missing practice and morning skate, coach Tocchet said.
- Philadelphia Flyers forward Owen Tippett missed Game 1 of the second-round Stanley Cup playoffs series against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday due to an undisclosed injury.
- Tippett led the Flyers with 28 goals and 23 assists during the regular season, though he has dealt with a lingering injury throughout the team's postseason run.
- With Tippett sidelined, Garnet Hathaway is expected to return to the fourth line alongside Sean Couturier and Luke Glendening as Philadelphia adjusts its roster.
- Carolina defenseman Alexander Nikishin remains in concussion protocol and is questionable, while forward Nikolaj Ehlers returned after missing the entire first-round series against Ottawa.
- The Flyers consider Tippett day-to-day, with coach Tocchet stating, "It's a game-time decision," regarding his availability for future contests.
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Evening Notes: Hronek, Tippett, Manson, Kiviranta
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek sustained an injury during pre-tournament play with Team Czechia but is expected to recover in time for the World Championship. His absence would significantly impact the Czech team, given his strong performance in previous international competitions. Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett is day-to-day due to an undisclosed injury, leading to rookie Alex Bump stepping in for potential scoring support. …
Flyers suffer huge loss ahead of Game 1.
The Philadelphia Flyers will be entering a very challenging series with a significant piece of their lineup on the sidelines.The signs of bad news began early on Saturday morning for the Flyers when veteran defenseman Owen Tippett remained on the ice long after practice with other regular healthy scratches. There was concern that Tippett could miss Game 1 of the second round series between the Flyers and Carolina Hurricanes, and that concern has…
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