Apr 3, 2021; Uniondale, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Leo Komarov (47) and Philadelphia Flyers center Nolan Patrick (19) battle for position along the boards during the first period at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports
In what has become a familiar and frustrating trend for the Flyers, the team struggled early, falling behind, despite good possession numbers, and then had to fight like hell to try to salvage something for the effort. On this night, the Islanders were the guest stars in this all too common drama.
First Period
CF:14 CA:5 CF%: 73.