The Philadelphia Flyers take on the Carolina Hurricanes for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
How to Watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes on May 2, 2026
You can watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Philadelphia Flyers live on DIRECTV on ABC and ESPN on May 2, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET.
Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes — Game Preview
The Philadelphia Flyers arrive in Raleigh as a lower-seeded but battle-tested squad, having eliminated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 in the first round and winning Game 6 on the road. Carolina earned a first-round sweep of the Ottawa Senators and enters Game 1 as the Metropolitan Division’s top seed with the full benefit of home ice. The Hurricanes went 3-1 against Philadelphia in the regular season. Lenovo Center has been one of the most hostile environments in the postseason, and the Flyers will need to play near their ceiling just to steal a game here.
This is Game 1 of the series.
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What Time is the Carolina Hurricanes vs. Philadelphia Flyers Game Today?
The Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes game starts at 8:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes?
You can watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes on ABC and ESPN.
Players to Watch: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Philadelphia Flyers
Travis Konecny — RW. Philadelphia’s most consistent offensive presence in the regular season and a key contributor through the Pittsburgh series. He will need to generate early offense if the Flyers have any hope of stealing the series opener on the road.
Carolina Hurricanes
Sebastian Aho — C. The Hurricanes’ franchise center enters this series after a dominant first-round performance. His two-way game sets the tempo for Carolina’s system and the Flyers have no easy answer for him at even strength.
Injury Report: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
Philadelphia Flyers
No significant injuries reported.
Carolina Hurricanes
Nikolaj Ehlers (LW) — Day-to-Day, lower body
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