The Blue Jackets lead by two despite Philadelphia’s 15-12 edge in shots, with Cam Talbot stopping 14 of 15.
Columbus takes a 3-1 lead into the second-period break, though Philadelphia holds a 15-12 advantage in shots; the Flyers have matched Columbus 10-10 in hits. Kent Johnson has 1 goal, 1 assist, 2 points, 1 shot on goal, a +2 rating and 1 hit, while Adam Fantilli has 1 goal, 0 assists, 1 point, 2 shots, +2 and 3 hits. Denton Mateychuk also has a goal (1-0-1, 1 shot, even, 0 hits), while Philadelphia’s Noah Cates has 1 goal, 0 assists, 1 point, 1 shot, -1 and 0 hits; neither team has a power-play goal. Cam Talbot has stopped 14 of 15 shots for Columbus (.933 save percentage), while Dan Vladar has 9 saves on 12 shots for Philadelphia (.750).
Key Performers
Kent Johnson (CBJ): 1 G, 1 A, 2 P, 1 SOG, +2, 1 hit Adam Fantilli (CBJ): 1 G, 0 A, 1 P, 2 SOG, +2, 3 hits Cam Talbot (CBJ): 14 saves on 15 shots, .933 SV%