Tippett Skates, Looms as Game 2 X-Factor

Philadelphia's Owen Tippett hits the ice for an optional skate, putting the Flyers' top sniper squarely in the game-time decision mix for Game 2. Coaches rarely tip their hand this early in a series, but his presence changes the matchup dynamics against a defense that's already sweating his speed. With the series knotted and Philly leaning on depth scoring, Tippett's status carries real weight in a building where momentum swings fast.