Flyers Set to Face Pittsburgh in Game One on April 18
The Philadelphia Flyers are set to begin their playoff journey against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday, April 18, at 8:00 p.m. This exciting matchup will take place at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. Fans can catch the action locally on NBCSP and nationally on ESPN, with radio coverage available on 97.5 The Fanatic.
2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Flyers vs. Penguins
This postseason marks the start of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The matchup between the Flyers and Penguins will be significant as this is the eighth playoff series between the two teams.
Team Standings and History
- The Flyers enter the playoffs as the third seed in the Metropolitan Division.
- The Penguins secured the second seed, giving them home ice advantage.
The rivalry has a rich history, with the two teams having faced each other seven times in the last 37 years. Between 2008 and 2012, they met three times, and the Flyers have won four out of these seven encounters. Statistically, the Flyers are even at home, recording a 10-10 record, but they have a slight edge on the road with an 11-10 record against the Penguins in playoff games.
Tickets and Additional Information
Fans interested in attending the Flyers’ home games during this playoff series can currently purchase single-game tickets through Ticketmaster. Additionally, single-event suite purchases are also available online.
As the series unfolds, the NHL will provide further details about the start times and other information related to the Flyers-Penguins First Round showdown. Stay tuned for updates on this thrilling playoff contention.
