{"id":546965,"date":"2026-04-08T07:19:37","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/546965\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T07:19:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:19:37","slug":"flyers-blast-devils-to-boost-playoff-hopes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/546965\/","title":{"rendered":"Flyers Blast Devils to Boost Playoff Hopes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Newark%2C+NJ&amp;city=Newark&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Flyers+Blast+Devils+to+Boost+Playoff+Hopes&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fnj%2Fnewark%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F08%2Fflyers-blast-devils-to-boost-playoff-hopes%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d5e4ab52e66.jpg\" alt=\"A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the fast-paced action of a hockey game, with players, pucks, and equipment rendered in sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and vibrant team colors.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Flyers&#8217; offensive onslaught against the Devils showcases the raw energy and competitive spirit of a crucial late-season NHL matchup.Newark Today<\/p>\n<p>The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New Jersey Devils 5-1 on Tuesday, with Trevor Zegras and Tyson Foerster each scoring two goals to help the Flyers strengthen their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>This win is crucial for the Flyers as they look to secure a postseason berth. The Devils, meanwhile, are battling to stay in the playoff hunt in the tight Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>The Flyers came out firing, with Zegras and Foerster each netting a pair of goals to give Philadelphia a commanding lead. The Devils were unable to mount a comeback, managing just a single goal in the loss.<\/p>\n<p>      The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Trevor Zegras<\/p>\n<p>A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who scored two goals in the win.<\/p>\n<p>Tyson Foerster<\/p>\n<p>A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who also scored two goals in the victory.<\/p>\n<p>Philadelphia Flyers<\/p>\n<p>An NHL team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n<p>New Jersey Devils<\/p>\n<p>An NHL team based in Newark, New Jersey that is also battling for a postseason berth in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Newark%2C+NJ&amp;city=Newark&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Flyers+Blast+Devils+to+Boost+Playoff+Hopes&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fnj%2Fnewark%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F08%2Fflyers-blast-devils-to-boost-playoff-hopes%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a>      <\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>This decisive win over a divisional rival gives the Flyers a significant boost in their quest to secure a playoff spot, as they continue to jockey for position in the tight Eastern Conference standings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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