Penguins overcome deficit, defeat Flyers 5-4 in overtime

In a thrilling matchup on February 28, the Pittsburgh Penguins came back from a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4, with Evgeni Malkin scoring both the tying and game-winning goals in overtime. Malkin's performance capped a four-point night, helping the Penguins end a four-game losing streak after previously losing 6-1 to the Flyers just two days prior. The Flyers, who had been on a three-game winning streak, saw standout performances from rookie Matvei Michkov, who scored two goals and an assist, but ultimately could not hold onto their early lead. Erik Karlsson also contributed significantly for the Penguins, scoring two goals, while Philadelphia's goaltender Samuel Ersson made 20 saves. Despite the defeat, the Flyers have shown improvement this season with recent offensive bursts but remain five points away from a playoff spot. The Penguins, however, are looking to regain their footing after struggling at home, underscoring the importance of their recent victory to build momentum moving forward.