Flyers Fight Back for Point in OT Loss to Kings

Trailing by two goals after one period, the Flyers rallied to send the game to overtime before falling 3-2.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 5:15pm

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The Philadelphia Flyers overcame a 2-0 deficit to the Los Angeles Kings, tying the game in the third period before eventually losing 3-2 in overtime. Travis Konecny scored the tying goal early in the third period, and the Flyers had a chance to win in OT but hit the post. Despite the loss, the Flyers secured a hard-earned point, a step in the right direction as they look to make a playoff push.

Why it matters

The Flyers are fighting to stay in the playoff race, and this type of effort against a strong opponent like the Kings is an encouraging sign, even in a loss. The team showed resilience to battle back from an early deficit, a positive sign for their ability to compete with top teams down the stretch.

The details

The Kings raced out to a 2-0 lead in the first period, with goals from Adrian Kempe. But the Flyers responded in the second, with Konecny scoring on the power play to cut the deficit to 2-1. In the third, Konecny deflected a shot from Rasmus Ristolainen to tie the game at 2-2. The Flyers nearly won it in overtime, but Konecny's shot hit the post and the Kings scored shortly after to win 3-2.

  • The Kings took a 2-0 lead in the first period, with Kempe scoring at 3:10 and 7:08.
  • Konecny scored the Flyers' first goal on the power play 39 seconds into the second period.
  • Konecny tied the game at 2-2 just 25 seconds into the third period.
  • The game went to overtime, where the Kings scored the winning goal at 2:48.

The players

Travis Konecny

A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who scored the tying goal in the third period and had a chance to win it in overtime.

Rasmus Ristolainen

A defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers who assisted on Konecny's tying goal in the third period.

Quinton Byfield

A forward for the Los Angeles Kings who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Rick Tocchet

The head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, who was encouraged by his team's effort despite the loss.

Darcy Kuemper

The goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings who made 26 saves in the win.

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What they’re saying

“We have to understand we have to play a certain way. We did in the second and third. Cleaned stuff up.”

— Rick Tocchet, Head Coach (dailylocal.com)

“The point is good, obviously. Should have had two but we regroup, come back. This is a confident group. It's a tough stretch but it comes for every team. We have a young team. It's up to the older guys, including myself, to bring up the confidence. We still believe.”

— Dan Vladar, Goaltender (dailylocal.com)

“I think we're fine, we're good. It's a long year. We've played really well at times. We've played well at times and lost. I think there are ups and downs in a season. We're a very confident group and at the end of the day, that's what we rely on.”

— Trevor Zegras (dailylocal.com)

What’s next

The Flyers have two games remaining before the Olympic break, facing the Washington Capitals on Tuesday and the Ottawa Senators on Thursday.

The takeaway

Despite the overtime loss, the Flyers showed resilience and character in battling back from an early deficit against a strong Kings team. This effort, even in defeat, provides encouragement that the Flyers can compete with top opponents as they push for a playoff spot in the second half of the season.