The Philadelphia Flyers bounced back from the firing of head coach John Tortorella with a thrilling 6-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Interim head coach Brad Shaw, stepping in on a bittersweet day, praised his players for their resilience and execution. Key performances came from Sean Couturier and Matvei Michkov, both of whom scored two goals. The Flyers took a commanding lead, capitalizing on scoring opportunities, while Samuel Ersson made crucial saves to secure the win against a struggling Canadiens squad.

Matvei Michkov shone in his first game after coach John Tortorella’s departure, scoring twice and assisting once in the Philadelphia Flyers’ 6-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. This performance not only snapped a six-game losing streak for the Flyers but also marked Montreal's fourth consecutive loss. Michkov's influence was significant; he netted the opening goal and assisted Sean Couturier's first tally.

With Brad Shaw as the interim coach, the Flyers demonstrated resilience, while Michkov showcased why he should have been utilized more under Tortorella's regime. Samuel Ersson was solid in goal, making 26 saves, while the Canadiens struggled despite goals from Alex Newhook and Cole Caufield. The Flyers' next game against the Buffalo Sabres could further determine their direction in this turbulent season.

In a tightly contested match, the Philadelphia Flyers faced off against the Washington Capitals, ultimately falling 3-2. The game marked a significant milestone for Alex Ovechkin as he netted his 888th career goal, bringing him within seven goals of tying Wayne Gretzky's legendary record of 894. Ovechkin's achievement not only solidifies his status as one of the all-time greats but also extends his record for goals scored by a left winger.

On the other hand, the Flyers struggled offensively, experiencing a 191-minute, 9-second scoring drought that set a new team record for the longest stretch without a goal this season. Their scoring woes included being shut out for the first two periods before Ryan Poehling finally broke the deadlock in the third period. Sean Couturier also contributed with a late goal, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Capitals, who clinched a playoff spot by reaching 100 points.

Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal, leading the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, further bolstering the Capitals' impressive season record. Lindgren was solid in goal, while his counterpart Ersson struggled to contain Ovechkin and Co. The Capitals took a 2-0 lead in the second period and extended it to 3-0 with Mangiapane's goal. The Flyers made a late push with two goals in the third but couldn't complete the comeback.

Ovechkin has been particularly dominant at 39, ranking fourth in the NHL in goals this season. His scoring prowess remains formidable, especially against the Flyers, where he consistently finds the back of the net. Protas, with three assists over three games, showed promise as a budding playmaker. The Capitals' solid performance reinforced their standing in the playoff race, pushing their point total to 100.