The hits keep on coming for the Phantoms. They’re already dealing with a lineup missing a couple of their key players — Helge Grans has been out with an injury since last weekend, and Denver Barkey was just called up to join the Flyers ahead of tonight’s game — and another blow came their way just as they were kicking off tonight’s matchup against the visiting Bridgeport Islanders.
With the newly arranged top line getting the start — Tucker Robertson promoted in the lineup to take Barkey’s place alongside Lane Pederson and Alex Bump — the trio was looking to get this one started with some jump and begin a statement effort after a tough loss last time out on Wednesday.