Marchenko's Milestone Goal and Shootout Heroics Lift Blue Jackets Over Flyers

Kirill Marchenko scored his 100th career goal and the game-winning shootout tally in Columbus' 2-1 victory over Philadelphia.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 6:51am

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Kirill Marchenko scored his 100th career goal and the decisive shootout goal to lift the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. Marchenko's milestone tally came early in the first period, but the Flyers' Alex Bump evened the score in the second. After a scoreless overtime, Marchenko's shootout heroics sealed the win for the Blue Jackets, who have now recorded a point in nine straight games.

Why it matters

Marchenko's performance was a bright spot for the Blue Jackets, who have struggled at times this season but are now firmly in the playoff hunt. The win also snapped the Flyers' recent hot streak, as they had won six of their last eight games prior to this matchup.

The details

Marchenko opened the scoring 4:21 into the game with his 100th career goal, but the Flyers' Alex Bump evened the score in the second period. The game remained tied through regulation and overtime, setting up a shootout. After the first five shootout attempts were unsuccessful, Marchenko made a late move to his backhand and lifted the puck past Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar to secure the win for Columbus. Blue Jackets goaltender Jet Greaves made 18 saves in regulation and overtime before denying three Flyers shooters in the shootout.

  • Marchenko scored his 100th career goal 4:21 into the first period.
  • Bump scored the Flyers' lone goal about six minutes after Marchenko's tally in the first period.
  • The game went to a shootout after the teams were tied 1-1 through regulation and overtime.

The players

Kirill Marchenko

A forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets who scored his 100th career goal and the game-winning shootout tally in this contest.

Jet Greaves

The Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender who made 18 saves in regulation and overtime and denied three Flyers shooters in the shootout.

Alex Bump

A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who scored the team's lone goal in the second period to tie the game 1-1.

Dan Vladar

The Philadelphia Flyers goaltender who made 27 saves in the game but was unable to stop Marchenko's shootout winner.

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What they’re saying

“Kirill Marchenko has been a huge part of our success this season. His ability to score big goals and come through in the clutch is invaluable.”

— Brad Larsen, Head Coach, Columbus Blue Jackets (therinklive.com)

What’s next

The Blue Jackets will look to continue their strong play and push for a playoff spot, while the Flyers will aim to bounce back from this narrow defeat.

The takeaway

Kirill Marchenko's milestone goal and shootout heroics were the difference-makers in a tight, low-scoring affair between the Blue Jackets and Flyers. The win keeps Columbus firmly in the playoff hunt, while Philadelphia's recent hot streak was snapped.