The Philadelphia Flyers have clinched a playoff berth, marking their return to the postseason after a long absence. The NHL bracket is now taking shape, generating excitement in the Eastern Conference.
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There's a lot of excitement for the Philadelphia Flyers.
They clinched a playoff berth on Monday night, and with that comes a lot of intrigue in the Eastern Conference bracket.
Here's some quick info that you need to know.
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The Flyers already know their first-round opponent.
It's locked in as the Flyers against the Pittsburgh Penguins in a battle of Pennsylvania.
This is about as fun as it gets.
The Flyers last played in the playoffs at the end of the 2019-20 season, in the bubble.
This will be a little more raucous for the Philadelphia sports fans.
Especially when you consider that Sidney Crosby and the Penguins will be the opponent.
The Philadelphia Flyers clinched their playoff berth on Monday night.
The NHL bracket is currently shaping up with the Flyers' inclusion, but specific matchups have yet to be detailed.
The Philadelphia Flyers have experienced a long wait since their last appearance in the postseason, although the exact duration is not specified.
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