Brief

Flyers set NHL record for shot deficit in winless start to 2026‑27 season

The Flyers' 0‑2‑2 opening leaves them with a historic shot gap and a struggling power play.

By Felo News Desk · Published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:44:05 GMT

The Philadelphia Flyers have begun the 2026‑27 NHL season with a 0‑2‑2 record and a historic shot deficit, according to Bleacher Report.

What happened

Through four games the team has been outscored 17‑5 and outshot 158‑76, the largest shot shortfall in a four‑game stretch since 1959. Their power play is 0‑for‑11.

What the reports add

Bleacher Report notes the Flyers lost 7‑0 to the Pittsburgh Penguins, then surrendered third‑period leads in overtime defeats to the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes before a 4‑1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, where they were outshot 36‑14.

What was said

Head coach Rick Tocchet said, "You have to get the puck. You have to execute plays," adding that poor execution has limited shot volume. He also called his team "way too comfortable" after the Lightning loss.

How it came about

The team entered the season after a strong April finish that secured a playoff berth for the first time since 2020. General manager Danny Briere’s attempt to sign Leo Carlsson was matched by the Anaheim Ducks, leaving the Flyers with a relatively inexperienced roster.

Key facts

Flyers have been outshot 158‑76 in their first four games, the worst four‑game shot deficit since 1959. (bleacherreport.com)
The team is 0‑2‑2 with a 17‑5 goal differential. (bleacherreport.com)
Philadelphia’s power play is 0‑for‑11. (bleacherreport.com)
Coach Rick Tocchet criticized execution and comfort levels after the Lightning loss. (bleacherreport.com)
General manager Danny Briere failed to sign Leo Carlsson, who re‑signed with the Anaheim Ducks. (bleacherreport.com)