Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny showcased his scoring prowess, netting two goals to lead his team to a 5-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday night. The Flyers, currently pushing for consistency in the competitive Metropolitan Division, relied on a strong team effort and Konecny’s clutch performance to secure the win.
Konecny opened the scoring midway through the first period, capitalizing on a crisp pass from defenseman Cam York. His quick release beat Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins, energizing the home crowd at the Wells Fargo Center. The goal marked Konecny’s 14th of the season and set the tone for the Flyers’ aggressive offensive strategy.
Columbus responded shortly after with a goal from forward Johnny Gaudreau, who showcased his signature playmaking abilities by weaving through the Flyers’ defense and burying a shot past goalie Carter Hart. The 1-1 tie carried into the first intermission, promising a tightly contested game.
In the second period, the Flyers seized momentum with two quick goals. Rookie sensation Tyson Foerster tipped in a point shot from Ivan Provorov to regain the lead. Moments later, veteran center Sean Couturier extended the advantage with a power-play goal, snapping a sharp-angle shot that eluded Merzlikins.
Konecny struck again in the third period, converting a breakaway opportunity with a dazzling deke to notch his second goal of the night. The tally not only gave the Flyers a comfortable cushion but also underscored Konecny’s ability to deliver in high-pressure moments.
“He’s been fantastic for us all year,” Flyers head coach John Tortorella said postgame. “His compete level is through the roof, and tonight he was rewarded for it.”
The Blue Jackets attempted a late comeback, narrowing the deficit to 4-3 with goals from Boone Jenner and Kent Johnson. However, an empty-net goal from Flyers’ winger Owen Tippett sealed the victory in the final minute.
Carter Hart was instrumental in the win, making 28 saves, including several key stops during the Blue Jackets’ third-period surge. Hart’s poise under pressure helped the Flyers weather the storm and maintain their lead.
With the win, the Flyers improved to 15-10-2 on the season, climbing to third place in the division. Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets continued to struggle, falling to 9-15-3 and remaining near the bottom of the standings.
Konecny’s standout performance has solidified his role as a key leader for the Flyers this season. The 26-year-old forward now has 15 goals and 10 assists, placing him among the team’s top scorers.
“It’s always great to contribute,” Konecny said. “But more importantly, we got the two points tonight. That’s what matters most.”
The Flyers will look to build on this win as they head into a challenging stretch of games, starting with a road matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins later this week. For the Blue Jackets, finding consistency remains a priority as they aim to turn their season around.
