GAME RECAP
STAR TRIBUNE'S THREE STARS
1. James van Riemsdyk, PhilaÂdelphia: Tallied a hat trick, including two goals in the first period.
2. Nolan Patrick, Philadelphia: Had two goals, including one where he went between his legs.
3. Wayne Simmonds, PhilaÂdelÂphia: Scored the go-ahead goal and provided third-period insurance.
BY THE NUMBERS
0-for-14 The Flyers power-play drought before Monday.
24 Consecutive goalless games for Patrick before Monday.
1 Victories in the Flyers' past 10 games before Monday.
CHRIS HINE
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