“It’s stubbornness, it’s a lesson that we learned”—Morgan Frost makes honest admission as the Flyers’ 9-game point streak ends…

The Flyers’ nine-game point streak came to an end with a 4-2 loss to the Predators at the Wells Fargo Center. Philip Tomasino played a pivotal role, scoring the game-tying goal and the game-winner late in the match. Nashville added an empty-netter in the final seconds.

Morgan Frost and Sean Couturier scored for the Flyers, who had a three-game winning streak snapped. The loss marked their first in regulation since Nov. 28, as they went 7-0-2 in their point streak.

The Flyers, with a record of 18-11-3, are in second place in the Metropolitan Division. Despite their recent success, head coach John Tortorella emphasized the need for caution and not jumping to playoff discussions too early in the season.

The Flyers had difficulty against the Predators, who showcased strong checking throughout the game. Tortorella acknowledged the team’s stubbornness in trying to beat opponents rather than simplifying their play, calling it a lesson learned. He emphasized the importance of forechecking as the league heads into the grind after the holiday break.

Goalie Samuel Ersson, with a record of 8-1-1 in his last 10 starts, received praise from Tortorella. Carter Hart, the Flyers’ No. 1 goalie, backed up Ersson after recovering from an undisclosed illness. Hart has not started in 12 days, and his return to the net is uncertain.

During the game, Frost was boarded by Predators winger Yakov Trenin, resulting in a five-minute major penalty and game misconduct. The Flyers’ power play, which has struggled this season, failed to capitalize on the opportunity. Despite the loss, the Flyers’ penalty kill remained strong, going 5 for 5.