The Philadelphia Flyers begin the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, April 18, 2026, on the road against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh earned the No. 2 seed in the Metropolitan Division with 98 points, while Philadelphia qualified as the Metropolitan’s third seed with 95 points. The series opener airs on ESPN, with Games 3 and 4 on ESPN and TBS.
Flyers vs. Penguins: First Round Schedule
Here’s the complete first round schedule for the Flyers vs. Penguins, via the NHL’s official first round schedule. Games 5 through 7 are if necessary.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Site | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 18 (Fri) | 8:00 p.m. | @ Pittsburgh (PPG Paints Arena) | ESPN, SN, TVAS |
| 2 | April 20 (Sun) | 7:00 p.m. | @ Pittsburgh (PPG Paints Arena) | ESPN, SN360, TVAS |
| 3 | April 22 (Tue) | 7:00 p.m. | vs. Pittsburgh (Wells Fargo Center) | ESPN, SN360, TVAS |
| 4 | April 25 (Fri) | 8:00 p.m. | vs. Pittsburgh (Wells Fargo Center) | TBS, truTV, Max, SN, TVAS |
| *5 | April 27 (Sun) | TBD | @ Pittsburgh | TBD |
| *6 | April 29 (Tue) | TBD | vs. Pittsburgh (Wells Fargo Center) | TBD |
| *7 | May 2 (Sat) | TBD | @ Pittsburgh | TBD |
* If necessary. Game times and TV assignments for Games 5-7 are TBD and will be updated as the series progresses.
Philadelphia Flyers Playoff FAQ
When do the Philadelphia Flyers start the 2026 NHL Playoffs?
The Philadelphia Flyers open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, April 18, 2026, on the road against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Game 1 begins at 8:00 p.m. ET at PPG Paints Arena and airs on ESPN.
Who do the Philadelphia Flyers play in the first round?
The Philadelphia Flyers face the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Pittsburgh earned the No. 2 seed in the Metropolitan Division with 98 points, while Philadelphia qualified as the Metropolitan’s third seed with 95 points.
Where do the Flyers play their 2026 home playoff games?
The Philadelphia Flyers play their 2026 first round home games at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Games 3, 4, and 6 (if necessary) are scheduled at Wells Fargo Center, which seats approximately 19,543 for hockey.
What TV channels broadcast the Flyers-Penguins playoff series?
Games 1, 2, and 3 air on ESPN, while Game 4 airs on TBS, truTV, and Max. Canadian viewers can watch on SN, SN360, and TVAS throughout the series.
How did the Philadelphia Flyers qualify for the 2026 playoffs?
The Philadelphia Flyers qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs as the No. 3 seed in the Metropolitan Division, finishing the regular season with 95 points. Philadelphia drew the Metropolitan’s second seed, the Pittsburgh Penguins (98 points), in the first round.
NHL Playoff and Other Resources
- Full 2026 NHL Playoff TV Schedule and Game Times
- Interactive Bracket Maker
- 2026-27 NHL Schedule Release Info
