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Flyers Overcome Power Outage to Secure Victory Against Lightning

Despite a partial power outage at Wells Fargo Center, the Philadelphia Flyers managed to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2.

  • A transformer malfunction caused a partial power outage at Wells Fargo Center during the first period of the Flyers-Lightning game.
  • The outage affected the jumbotron, game clock, sound system, and in-arena lighting, but the game continued under dimmed conditions.
  • Flyers players adapted to the unusual playing conditions, with some comparing it to playing an outdoor game at night.
  • The power was restored by the third period, allowing the Flyers to score five goals and secure a 6-2 victory.
  • The incident sparked jokes on social media about the Flyers' and Lightning's power plays, but ultimately showcased the Flyers' resilience.
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