Penguins vs. Flyers Score, Live Updates, Highlights From Game 1 of NHL Playoffs Series

The Battle of Pennsylvania will take center stage in the first round of the 2026 NHL Playoffs, reigniting one of the most physical rivalries in professional sports. This latest series will mark the eighth postseason meeting between the Penguins and Flyers with Philadelphia holding a slight 4–3 edge. For a veteran Pittsburgh core led by Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson, this return to the playoffs is a prime opportunity to prove the Pens' championship window remains wide open.

Under first-year head coach Dan Muse, the Penguins had an elite offense that averaged 3. 54 goals per game in the regular season. The Flyers enter this matchup after snapping their own playoff drought under first-year head coach Rick Tocchet.

Philadelphia's attack is spearheaded by Travis Konecny and Trevor Zegras, both of whom crossed the 65-point threshold this season to lead a resurgent offense. Now, both teams will look to begin their quest for the Stanley Cup with a statement win at PPG Paints Arena. Follow along right here for live updates, highlights and analysis throughout Game 1 between the Penguins and Flyers.

Penguins vs. Flyers score 1 2 3 F Flyers 0 1 1 Penguins 0 1 1 Penguins vs. Flyers live updates, highlights from Game 1 End of the second period: Flyers 1, Penguins 1 9:59 p.