What happened
Philadelphia Flyers defeated their first-round opponent in Game 4, moving within one victory of advancing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. NHL Network offers postgame coverage of all playoff games via NHL Tonight. Game 5 is next.
Why it matters
Advancing would boost Flyers' momentum in a competitive Eastern Conference. It shifts betting markets heavily toward Philly, with implications for playoff seeding. Historically, teams up 3-1 advance over 85% of the time.
The data edge
Series score: Flyers 3-1. Game 5 odds: Flyers -220 ML (from -150 pre-Game 4), O/U 5.5. No major injuries reported. Standings: Flyers 2nd in Metro pre-playoffs.
What to watch
Watch Game 5 for potential clinch. Monitor lineup changes and goaltender performance.