NHL Friday: Flames finish wild night on Gaudreau hat trick

While the trend might be troubling, as again the Flyers allowed a tying goal in the dying moments of a game they had led, their overtime successes have compensated for their failings over the last few weeks. After losing four of their first six overtime opportunities, Philadelphia is close to breaking even with these last three victories. This upswing has coincided nicely with the call up of Gostisbehere, who is being heralded in the city of Philadelphia as their savior on the blue line. Not surprising, given the state of the city’s sports teams.

1. The young kids had a good night

Ow, ow, OW.