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Flyers Overtime Win, Vladar Shutout Clinch Series

5/1/2026

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Summary

Flyers Overtime Series Win

The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 1-0 in overtime on April 30 2026, clinching the series 4-2.
Goalie Dan Vladar recorded a 42-shot shutout, his second shutout of the series.
Defenseman Cam York scored the overtime winner, becoming the sixth Flyer to clinch a series with an overtime goal, then tossed his stick into the stands.
The Flyers advance to face the Carolina Hurricanes, who have home-ice advantage.

Summary

Crosby Trio Record

The Crosby-Letang-Malkin trio reached 20 seasons together, creating the longest-tenured unit in North American professional-sports history, surpassing the Yankees.
Crosby, Letang and Malkin have different contract timelines: Crosby through 2026-27, Letang through 2028, and Malkin becomes a free agent after his $24.4 million, four-year deal ends this summer.
Dan Vladar posted two shutouts and a 1.61 GAA in the series, yet he was not among the Vezina Trophy finalists announced April 30.

History

Historical Context

The Flyers ended the Original Six era by winning Stanley Cups in 1974 and 1975, led by captain Bobby Clarke and the “Broad Street Bullies” who posted a league-best 51-18-11 record in 1974-75. In 2026 Dan Vladar’s 42-shot overtime shutout and Cam York’s winning goal lifted Philadelphia past the Carolina Hurricanes, delivering the franchise’s first playoff berth since 2020.

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Flyers Overtime Series Win

The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 1-0 in overtime on April 30 2026, clinching the series 4-2.
Goalie Dan Vladar recorded a 42-shot shutout, his second shutout of the series.
Defenseman Cam York scored the overtime winner, becoming the sixth Flyer to clinch a series with an overtime goal, then tossed his stick into the stands.
The Flyers advance to face the Carolina Hurricanes, who have home-ice advantage.

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