Flyers set to face Penguins in Game 1 of first-round playoff series

Apr 18, 2026 - 16:00
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Flyers set to face Penguins in Game 1 of first-round playoff series

PITTSBURGH — The Flyers make their official return to the playoffs Saturday night when they face the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena for Game 1 of a best-of-seven first-round matchup.

Puck drop is scheduled for around 8 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Coverage begins at 7:30 p.m. ET with Flyers Pregame Live.

The Flyers are back in the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Rick Tocchet’s club heads into the postseason with 18 wins over its final 25 games. 

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