Flyers Defeat Stars in Overtime Thriller

Philadelphia heads to Washington after shootout win over Dallas

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:40am

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The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Dallas Stars 2-1 in overtime in a thrilling matchup. The Flyers will now travel to Washington to take on the Capitals after the hard-fought victory.

Why it matters

This win gives the Flyers momentum as they head into a key divisional matchup against the Capitals. The Flyers are looking to solidify their playoff positioning, while the Capitals are hoping to gain ground in the standings.

The details

The game was tied 1-1 at the end of regulation, leading to a sudden-death overtime period. In the extra session, the Flyers were able to find the back of the net, securing the victory over the Stars.

  • The game took place on March 30, 2026.

The players

Philadelphia Flyers

A professional ice hockey team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and a member of the Metropolitan Division of the National Hockey League.

Washington Capitals

A professional ice hockey team based in Washington, D.C. and a member of the Metropolitan Division of the National Hockey League.

Dallas Stars

A professional ice hockey team based in Dallas, Texas and a member of the Central Division of the National Hockey League.

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What’s next

The Flyers will travel to Washington to take on the Capitals in a crucial divisional matchup on April 1, 2026.

The takeaway

This overtime victory gives the Flyers a much-needed boost as they continue their push for a playoff spot. The team will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against the division-rival Capitals.