Noah Cates scored two crucial goals, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers on Monday night. The Flyers showcased their resilience by coming back from two deficits, with Garnet Hathaway and Morgan Frost also contributing to the score. Sam Ersson played a pivotal role in goal, making 20 saves, marking Philadelphia's second consecutive win and their first set of multiple power-play goals this season.
On the opposing side, Sam Reinhart netted two goals for Florida, while Uvis Balinskis added another. Despite this, the Panthers faced their sixth defeat in nine games, with Sergei Bobrovsky stopping 25 shots. Cates' performance marked only his second career game with multi-goals, showcasing his growth since his rookie season.
In other NHL action, the Calgary Flames triumphed over the Chicago Blackhawks with a 5-2 score. Jakob Pelletier led the Flames with two goals and an assist, continuing their winning streak. Meanwhile, Connor Bedard achieved a personal milestone, recording his 100th career point, despite the Blackhawks' struggles.
Lastly, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 2-0, with Connor McDavid scoring the game's only goal in the second period. Stuart Skinner earned a shutout, helping the Oilers maintain their strong form and positioning them well within the Pacific Division standings.
