The Flyers were competitive with the Panthers on Thursday, noting that the Panthers are missing key players Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk due to long-term injuries.
By Joe Tansey, Published: Oct 13th, 2025 · 2:24 PM EDT. It’s time to start a new Philadelphia sports week, with the Flyers being a +125 money line underdog at BetMGM for their home opener against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.
The Flyers are 0-2, got jobbed by an overtime call on Saturday, and welcome the Panthers to Xfinity Mobile Arena for their home opener on Monday.
The Flyers' competitive performance against the Panthers on Thursday offers some hope, considering the Panthers' current injuries.
Author's summary: Flyers face Panthers in home opener.