Penguins-Flyers playoff history: All-time record and more on NHL rivalry between division foes

Penguins-Flyers playoff history: All-time record and more on NHL rivalry between division foes originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . One of the NHL's most heated rivalries is being reignited for the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.

For the first time in nearly a decade, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers will be meeting in the playoffs for the "Battle of Pennsylvania," a rivalry that dates back into the 1960s. While the Flyers' return to the playoffs after five years away has prevented the return of the matchup, it's now set to be a center-stage meeting in the 2026 first round — and with a history of tension between the sides, it wouldn't be surprising to see some heated action. Here's a full look at the playoff history between the Flyers and Penguins.

MORE: The full 2026 NHL playoff bracket Penguins vs. Flyers playoff record Historically, this has been one of the most neck-and-neck playoff rivalries in the NHL. Entering their 2026 series, the Flyers have just a one-win advantage over the Penguins.

Philadelphia has gone 21-20 in its 41 playoff matchups against Pittsburgh dating back to 1989. As for series wins, the Flyers also have a narrow advantage, beating the Penguins in four of the seven playoff matchups the teams have had. Penguins vs.