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Capitals defeat Flyers 5-2 in NHL preseason game in Hershey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:25 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Capitals defeat Flyers 5-2 in NHL preseason game in Hershey

Summary

The Washington Capitals secured a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in a preseason exhibition at GIANT Center in Hershey on September 21. The match allowed local fans to see NHL talent just before the Hershey Bears' upcoming season. A crowd, featuring Bears jerseys alongside Capitals and Flyers colors, gathered to witness players, including former Bears, vie for roster spots. Highlights included Ryan Chesley contributing two assists and Jonny Brodzinski scoring two goals. Both teams’ regular seasons begin on September 29.

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By the Numbers

•Capitals and Flyers played at GIANT Center in Hershey.
•Game took place on September 21.
•Chesley had two assists; Brodzinski scored two goals.
•Crowd included fans of both NHL teams and Hershey Bears.
•Regular season for both teams begins on September 29.

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2:25 AMYahoo Sports — NHL preseason hockey returns to Hershey as Capitals down Flyers, 5-2

What they're saying

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The Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers dropped the puck in a preseason exhibition Monday night at GIANT Center in Hershey, giving central Pennsylvania hockey fans an early look at NHL talent just weeks before the Hershey Bears open their own season. The game, which Washington won 5-2, marked the second straight year the Capitals and Flyers have met at GIANT Center for a preseason matchup, drawing a crowd mixing Bears jerseys with Capitals red and Flyers orange.
— Yahoo Sports

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