PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Owen Tippett is working on a strong start with the Philadelphia Flyers.

Tippett extended his scoring streak to three in a row when he picked up two more goals in a 5-2 victory over Seattle on Monday night. It’s the second-longest such streak for the veteran winger, who scored in four consecutive games from Nov. 10-18, 2023.

With Tippett’s help, Philadelphia closed out a 3-1-0 homestand. Following a trip to Ottawa, the Flyers begin a five-game homestand on Saturday against the New York Islanders.

Coach Rick Tocchet praised Tippett — listed at 6-foot-1 and 210 pounds — for his physical play.

“He’s had some bodychecks the last couple games where he went through people because he’s a big guy,” Tocchet said. “When you do that, you’re going to get room. And obviously thro

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