Flyers Continue to Thrive in Shootouts, Could Trevor Zegras Secure Olympic Spot?
The Philadelphia Flyers continued their impressive shootout streak, dispatching the New York Islanders 4-3 on a chilly Black Friday night. As they head back home from a two-game road trip, they're sitting pretty with a Wild Card spot in the Metropolitan Division standings.
Trevor Zegras has been a driving force behind this resurgence, not just with his blistering speed but also with his uncanny ability to convert clutch shootout opportunities. His skillset makes him nearly automatic in the shootout, and his overall game has revitalized since joining the Flyers during the offseason.
Zegras's goal against the Islanders on Friday marked his 22nd point through 23 games, keeping him on pace for a point-per-game average. This newfound production has also brought an exciting offensive creativity to the team, much-needed given their rebuilding efforts.
However, Zegras's impressive play may have placed him in the crosshairs of Olympic consideration for Team USA. A role similar to that of T.J. Oshie at the 2014 Olympics could be in his future if he continues to perform at an elite level. Oshie's shootout prowess was instrumental in securing a spot for himself and the US team, and Zegras is following a similar trajectory.
With the Penguins set to visit Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday night, the Flyers will look to build momentum as they make a push for the playoffs. As they continue to fight in the crowded Eastern Conference, it's time for the nation – and specifically, the Delaware Valley – to take notice of Zegras and his team.
The Philadelphia Flyers continued their impressive shootout streak, dispatching the New York Islanders 4-3 on a chilly Black Friday night. As they head back home from a two-game road trip, they're sitting pretty with a Wild Card spot in the Metropolitan Division standings.
Trevor Zegras has been a driving force behind this resurgence, not just with his blistering speed but also with his uncanny ability to convert clutch shootout opportunities. His skillset makes him nearly automatic in the shootout, and his overall game has revitalized since joining the Flyers during the offseason.
Zegras's goal against the Islanders on Friday marked his 22nd point through 23 games, keeping him on pace for a point-per-game average. This newfound production has also brought an exciting offensive creativity to the team, much-needed given their rebuilding efforts.
However, Zegras's impressive play may have placed him in the crosshairs of Olympic consideration for Team USA. A role similar to that of T.J. Oshie at the 2014 Olympics could be in his future if he continues to perform at an elite level. Oshie's shootout prowess was instrumental in securing a spot for himself and the US team, and Zegras is following a similar trajectory.
With the Penguins set to visit Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday night, the Flyers will look to build momentum as they make a push for the playoffs. As they continue to fight in the crowded Eastern Conference, it's time for the nation – and specifically, the Delaware Valley – to take notice of Zegras and his team.
if he keeps racking up those shootout wins like that. 22 points in 23 games? that's straight fire 
gotta give it to him, but at the same time gotta wonder how many more moves does zegras have left in him after this stretch of intense hockey 
. That shootout skills are insane 
, I mean who else can make it look that easy? 
His speed is just one aspect of his game that makes him special. I'm not surprised he's getting talked about for the Olympics - he's got that "it" factor 
i mean, 22 points in 23 games? that's insane! 
he's definitely got what it takes to secure an olympic spot for team usa 
#TrevorZegras #FlyersNation #OlympicBound #ShootoutKing 
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i know im just spinnin a web of paranoia but can't help but wonder if ther's a hidden agenda here
he's literally unstoppable in shootouts!!! 22 points in 23 games is insane 
. The man has game, no doubt about it 
! And I love how he's revitalized the team with his scoring and creativity... they're starting to look like a legit contender again 
can't wait to see what happens when they take on the Penguins on Monday night 
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. Plus, the Olympics are all about depth, right? Zegras is still gonna have to prove himself in a big tournament setting... or maybe he'll just bring his A-game every time out 
. I mean, 22 points in just 23 games? That's insane for a rookie, and I think he's got what it takes to make the Olympics for Team USA 
. The Flyers are definitely looking like a force to be reckoned with, and Zegras is the spark that's igniting their offense 
... Trevor Zegras is literally a shootout machine 
By the way, did you know that T.J. Oshie's shootout skills were basically the deciding factor in getting him an Olympic spot back in 2014? 
! His shootout skills are insane! Can you imagine him representing Team USA at the Olympics? 
. I mean, who wouldn't want a player with that level of clutch gene on their team? 
It's like he's got a magic wand or something 
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. Bring on the Penguins! 
Trevor Zegras is like a magician out there, lol how do they even choose who goes to the Olympics? T.J. Oshie was clutch in 2014, now it's Trevor's turn 
? is it too much to ask for some consistency from the guy?! but seriously though, if he can keep this up, who cares about some hockey tournament? let him focus on helping his team make a push for the playoffs and not worry about being part of some olympic squad