Flyers’ depth the difference-maker in win over Oilers

The Flyers’ depth overwhelmed the Oilers on their way to their first win of 2026.

Jan 3, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) goes after Philadelphia Flyers right winger Garnet Hathaway (19) in front of Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard (30) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn ImagesThe Flyers kicked off their slate of games in this new calendar year yesterday afternoon in Edmonton, and after a pretty abysmal showing in their final game of 2025, they were looking to rebound in a big way. It wasn’t going to be easy, facing off against the top team in the Pacific division and the best player in the game, but the…