NHL Daily: Flyers Go for Cali. Sweep; Will Weather Hinder Winter Classic?

The Philadelphia Flyers have a chance to do something they haven’t been able to do since the first week of the season — win three straight games.

The Boston Bruins and Pittsburgh Penguins are hoping the unseasonably warm temperatures don’t play havoc with Monday’s made-for-TV outdoor game, the Winter Classic, at Fenway Park. Will it be known as the Slush Bowl?

And the Carolina Hurricanes used a late rally to win their 11th straight games, beating the host New Jersey Devils in overtime, 5-4, on Sunday. The Hurricanes have a (gulp) 17-game point streak.

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Philly Hockey Now: Rasmus Ristolainen played a key role in the Flyers’ second consecutive win. Philly goes for a three-game California sweep Monday night in Anaheim. Philadelphia Flyers.

Philly Hockey Now: The Flyers signed a blossoming defenseman to a three-year, entry-level deal. Philadelphia Flyers.

Philly Hockey Now: In case you missed it, the Flyers rallied and upset the Kings on New Year’s Eve. Philadelphia Flyers.

Boston Hockey Now: How will the warm temperatures affect Monday’s 2 p.m. Winter Classic at Fenway Park?  Boston Bruins.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Penguins defenseman Kris Letang is not expected to play against the Bruins in the Winter Classic. Pittsburgh Penguins.

Carolina Hurricanes: Will the Canes ever lose again? Our old pal Rod Brind ‘Amour has Carolina playing better than any NHL team. Carolina Hurricanes.

New York Islanders Now: Before their team lost to Seattle on Sunday, Isles fans shared their favorite moments of 2022. New York Islanders.

Montreal Hockey Now: Three burning questions for the Canadiens to answer in 2023. Montreal Canadiens.

Washington Hockey Now: Feisty winger Tom Wilson is getting closer to playing for the Caps. And, yes, he will be a welcome addition. Washington Capitals.

Washington Hockey Now: Alex Ovechkin meets the Montreal Canadiens’ moms after scoring a hat trick and beating their sons. Washington Capitals.

Florida Hockey Now: New year. Old result. The Florida Panthers lost again, this time they dropped a 5-3 decision to the New York Rangers. That’s eight losses in the last 11 games for the Cats. Florida Panthers.

Detroit Hockey Now: Do the Red Wings have a legitimate chance to make the playoffs? They are in a better spot than last year. Detroit Red Wings.