The Philadelphia Flyers and Dallas Stars are set to clash at the American Airlines Center on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. This matchup pits a struggling Flyers team against a Stars squad looking to solidify their playoff positioning in the Western Conference.
Team Overview
Philadelphia Flyers (28-34-8)
- Current Form: The Flyers are enduring a rough stretch, having lost three consecutive games, including a 3-2 defeat to the Washington Capitals in their most recent outing. They’ve also dropped eight of their last nine games, highlighting their struggles as the season winds down.
- Road Record: Philadelphia has a 12-15-7 record on the road, reflecting their inconsistency away from home.
- Key Players:
- Travis Konecny: Leads the team with 22 goals and remains a key offensive contributor.
- Matvei Michkov: The young forward has been a bright spot, leading the team with 27 assists and showcasing his playmaking ability.
- Owen Tippett: A consistent presence with 161 shots on goal, Tippett adds offensive depth.
- Goaltending:
- Samuel Ersson and Ivan Fedotov have shared goaltending duties. Ersson has allowed 111 goals on 965 shots, while Fedotov has conceded 61 goals on 538 shots. Both will need to step up against a high-powered Dallas offense.
Dallas Stars (43-21-4)
- Current Form: The Stars have been solid overall but have hit a minor rough patch, losing four of their last six games. They are coming off a 4-3 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning and will look to bounce back at home.
- Home Record: Dallas boasts an impressive 25-7-2 record at the American Airlines Center, making them a formidable opponent on home ice.
- Key Players:
- Jason Robertson: Leads the team with 29 goals and continues to be a dominant offensive force.
- Matt Duchene: Tops the Stars with 43 assists, providing critical playmaking support.
- Wyatt Johnston: A rising star with 178 shots on goal, Johnston adds depth to the Stars’ attack.
- Goaltending:
- Jake Oettinger is expected to start in net. He has a 23-24-4 record with a 2.62 GAA and a .907 save percentage, making him a reliable presence between the pipes.
Head-to-Head Matchup
- Season Series: This is the second meeting between the two teams this season. The Stars won the previous matchup 4-1, showcasing their dominance.
- Historical Record: The Stars have had the upper hand in recent years, and their strong home record gives them an edge in this matchup.
- Key Stats:
- Philadelphia averages 2.7 goals per game while allowing 3.34 goals per game.
- Dallas averages 3.37 goals per game while conceding 2.62 goals per game.
- The Flyers’ power play has struggled, converting just 14.1% of opportunities, while the Stars excel with a 22.9% power play success rate.
Projected Lineups
Philadelphia Flyers:
- Forwards:
- Tyson Foerster – Noah Cates – Bobby Brink
- Olle Lycksell – Sean Couturier – Travis Konecny
- Owen Tippett – Ryan Poehling – Matvei Michkov
- Nicolas Deslauriers – Rodrigo Abols – Jakob Pelletier
- Defense:
- Cam York – Travis Sanheim
- Nick Seeler – Jamie Drysdale
- Egor Zamula – Emil Andrae
- Goaltender: Samuel Ersson (expected starter)
Dallas Stars:
- Forwards:
- Jason Robertson – Roope Hintz – Mikko Rantanen
- Mason Marchment – Matt Duchene – Mikael Granlund
- Jamie Benn – Wyatt Johnston – Evgenii Dadonov
- Oskar Back – Sam Steel – Colin Blackwell
- Defense:
- Thomas Harley – Ilya Lyubushkin
- Esa Lindell – Cody Ceci
- Lian Bichsel – Matt Dumba
- Goaltender: Jake Oettinger (expected starter)
Injury Report
Philadelphia Flyers:
- Garnet Hathaway (upper body): Out.
- Rasmus Ristolainen (upper body): Out.
Dallas Stars:
- Miro Heiskanen (knee): Out.
- Nils Lundkvist (shoulder): Out.
- Tyler Seguin (hip): Out.
Storylines to Watch
- Playoff Push for Dallas: The Stars are looking to solidify their playoff position and will aim to capitalize on their home-ice advantage against a struggling Flyers team.
- Philadelphia’s Offensive Woes: The Flyers have averaged just 1.4 goals per game over their last 10 outings, and they’ll need a breakout performance to challenge Dallas.
- Jason Robertson’s Impact: Robertson has been a consistent offensive force for the Stars and will look to exploit Philadelphia’s defensive vulnerabilities.
