Complete bull shit. Game tied 1-1 and the Flyers pull the goalie? Ever heard of OT and shootout to get the two points. Because of this, the Red Wings are eliminated regardless of having the same points….. the difference they won in a shootout vs. regulation time.
The Washington Capitals defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 on Tuesday to snatch the NHL's final playoff spot.
The Capitals' win eliminated the Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, and Pittsburgh Penguins from postseason contention.
Washington will play the Presidents' Trophy-winning New York Rangers in Round 1.
T.J. Oshie scored the game-winner on an empty net late in the third period. The Flyers pulled the goalie with the contest tied because they would've been eliminated if it went to overtime.