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Led by Michkov and Martone, Flyers finally end season-opening skid with first win

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Newest development Oct 19, 2026 · 3 reportsMatvei Michkov scores twice, including a power-play goal in Flyers’ 3-2 win over Avalanche

It took longer than everyone expected. Much longer. But the Flyers grabbed their first win of the season with a 3-1 decision Saturday night over the Senators at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone led the charge for the Flyers with multi-point efforts.

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  1. Led by Michkov and Martone, Flyers finally end season-opening skid with first win

    Headline from NBC10 Philadelphia ·

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    Matvei Michkov scores twice, including a power-play goal in Flyers’ 3-2 win over Avalanche

    Headline from Philadelphia Inquirer ·

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  1. NBC10 Philadelphia

    Led by Michkov and Martone, Flyers finally end season-opening skid with first win (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    It took longer than everyone expected. Much longer. But the Flyers grabbed their first win of the season with a 3-1 decision Saturday night over the Senators at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone led the charge for the Flyers with multi-point efforts.

  2. PhillyVoice

    Matvei Michkov skated to win. This time, finally, the Flyers did. (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    Matvei Michkov, the Flyer with the most to prove, was the one to finally bring them to that first win.

  3. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Flyers stars set the tone against Ottawa to fuel the team’s first win of the season (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Porter Martone, Trevor Zegras, and Matvei Michkov all found the back of the net, with Michkov adding an assist as the Flyers snapped their nine-game winless streak to start the season.

  4. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Michkov and Martone lead Flyers past Senators 3-1 for 1st win of season after 9-game skid (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone each had a goal and an assist, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Ottawa Senators 3-1 for their first victory this season

  5. Philadelphia Inquirer

    The Flyers finally break through for their first win of the season. Here’s how they did it. (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Saturday’s 3-1 win over the Senators was the Flyers’ most complete game of the season. Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone were clicking, and the offense did a better job at creating opportunities.

  6. PhillyVoice

    Matvei Michkov unleashes for two goals, becoming the star the Flyers need (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    The Flyers have won two straight, powered by Matvei Michkov finding his way to the net, like they need him to.

  7. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Matvei Michkov scores 2 goals and Flyers beat Avalanche 3-2 for 2nd straight win (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Matvei Michkov scored two goals and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-2 for their second straight victory after opening the season with nine consecutive losses

  8. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Matvei Michkov scores twice, including a power-play goal in Flyers’ 3-2 win over Avalanche (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    The Flyers fielded a roster that had 10 players age 25 or younger on Monday night, with Michkov and Trevor Zegras leading the way. Oliver Bonk and Denver Barkey each recorded assists in the win.

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