Five observations from Flyers’ much-needed win in Anaheim

Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov celebrates his goal during the second period of his team’s 3-2 win in Anaheim.

MARK J. TERRILL / AP ANAHEIM — Thanks to a late goal from Nolan Patrick, the Flyers edged Anaheim, 3-2, and snapped a three-game losing streak Tuesday night. Here are five observations:

Ivan Provorov looked like the dominating player from last season. The 21-year-old defenseman had not been himself in the first three-plus weeks, but he scored his first goal of the season and had an outstanding defensive game to key the win. Provorov blocked five shots, and probably saved a goal with one of them.

"Provy was good tonight," coach Dave Hakstol said. "… Sometimes when things don't go well…