Flyers Top Ducks 3-1 in Anaheim

The Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 in Saturday’s contest, powered by the fire-catching Noah Cates, and timely scoring from Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee. The Flyers improved to 16-16-1 with their road win.

In case you have been living under a rock, the Tyson Foerster – Noah Cates – Bobby Brink line has been heating up as of late, primarily thanks to Noah Cates.

Cates has scored a goal in each of the Flyers’ last five games, including Saturday against the Ducks.

While he may not be the dynamic center that the Flyers have been searching for, Cates’ recent play has been a bright spot for the Flyers.

Flyers rookie phenom Matvei Michkov has been slumping as of late. He has not registered a point since December 10th against Columbus. While no official comments were made, there was some speculation that Michkov could see some time in the press box as a healthy scratch before the new year.

Michkov was in the initial lineup Saturday but was absent in the third period, including on the power play. It would not be crazy to think Michkov could be a healthy scratch in the near future.

Sam Ersson earned a much-needed win against the Ducks, only allowing one goal on 32 shots. The Flyers have not seen much consistency from their netminders and have been searching for a goalie to separate themself from the pack.

Ersson stood on his head against the Ducks and turned in a stellar performance, one that should help him build some confidence going down the line.

The Flyers will remain on the West Coast as they are set to take on the LA Kings on Sunday at 9:00 p.m. EST.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by AP Photo/Matt Slocum