NHL News: Vladař and Flyers Out as Nečas and Colorado Fall Short

The Carolina Hurricanes have eliminated the Philadelphia Flyers from the NHL playoffs following a 4-0 victory on May 9, 2026.

The result concludes the season for the Philadelphia Flyers and their goaltender, Pyotr Vladař. Despite a strong individual performance by Vladař, the Flyers were unable to prevent the shutout loss and their subsequent exit from the postseason.

In separate playoff action on May 9, 2026, the Colorado Avalanche suffered their first loss of their current series. The defeat prevented Colorado from reaching a match point, extending the series.

Colorado forward Martin Nečas struggled to make a significant impact during the game, as the team failed to secure the win necessary to move closer to series elimination of their opponent.