Overview

• Montreal dressed a near full NHL lineup, while Philadelphia leaned on prospects and AHL depth around a few regulars.
• Starter Sam Ersson allowed two early goals before giving way, contrary to Rick Tocchet’s pregame comment that he would go the distance.
• In 40 minutes of relief, Aleksei Kolosov stopped 12 of 13 shots with a controlled, compact look, yielding only Nick Suzuki’s finish through traffic.
• Alex Bump drove a third‑period push and, per Natural Stat Trick, led the Flyers at five‑on‑five in individual attempts, scoring chances, and high‑danger looks.
• Anthony Richard scored on a speed break and Owen Tippett added a power‑play goal as evaluations continue ahead of Thursday’s game in Hershey against the Capitals.