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Yesterday I posted that the Flyers' 4th line all deserved assists on this goal by Porter Martone. Here's why:
This is the game within the game. They're matched up here against Malkin's line and they spend the entire shift in the Ozone. Winning races and battles for pucks, wearing them out with possession forcing them to have to defend the entire shift.
Selflessly changing in the offensive zone to get their top line out there against a tired Malkin line who eventually scores the opening goal.
They played their role perfectly. Just look at the hard work and compete. They get an offensive line for the Pens to have to play in the Dzone for an extended period of time. And set the table for their own offensive line coming out next to do their thing.
Amazing TEAM hockey for the game winning goal. The 4th line didn't get actual assists on the scoresheet, but you better believe they'll be on the team video for their effort in the morning.
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