It’s fair to say that this season, more than usual, is a marathon and not a sprint. It’s why the Panthers didn’t get off to a hot start but know that in the long run they can ramp up and be a Cup-caliber group down the stretch.
The good news about the Flyers playing at a high level early was that they built up a cushion and aren’t chasing teams, at least not yet. The big question will be how they look after the Olympics, when it will be a sprint to the playoffs.
All the best!