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Reeling Rangers can’t overcome early deficit against Flyers

PHILADELPHIA — Travis Konecny ​​scored two goals, Ivan Fedotov made 22 saves and the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Friday.

Konecny ​​slipped the puck between the legs of Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin on a breakaway in the first period, giving Philadelphia a two-point lead.

He added an empty netter at the last moment.

Travis Konecny ​​reacts after scoring during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Rangers on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in Philadelphia. AP
Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin, 31, makes a save against Philadelphia Flyers center Sean Couturier, 14, in the first period at Wells Fargo Center. USA TODAY Sports (via Reuters Con)

Bobby Brink also scored for Philadelphia, scoring at least one point in four consecutive games.

Vincent Trocheck scored for New York, which has lost five straight.

Rangers center Vincent Trocheck, 16, reacts after scoring a goal in the second period against the Philadelphia Flyers at Wells Fargo Center. USA TODAY Sports (via Reuters Con)

Shesterkin made 32 saves in the loss, keeping the Rangers in the game despite the majority of the game being played in the defensive zone.

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