The Flyers’ top pair probably doesn’t deserve to rank this low. Travis Sanheim and Cam York have actually controlled a slightly positive share of shots and scoring chances this season. However, Philadelphia is plagued by some of the worst goaltending in the NHL, which has sunk the top pair’s defensive results.
Philadelphia’s top pair has conceded just 2.35 expected goals against per 60, which ranks 10th best in the NHL. But their actual goals-against rate has ballooned to 3.11 per 60 because their on-ice save percentage is just .880.