Emil Andrae's clutch play in the Flyers' 3-2 overtime win over the Blues has seemingly cemented his spot with the team, at least for the remainder of this season. With just moments left on the clock in the third period and a shot careening toward St. Louis center Daliobr Dvorsky, Andrae dove to block it, preventing what could have been a game-winning goal.
The play marked a pivotal moment in the contest, one that showcased Andrae's burgeoning skillset as a defenseman. As highlighted by head coach Rick Tocchet, Andrae demonstrated his capacity for clutch performances throughout the night, displaying his exceptional skating abilities and providing crucial support to his teammates.
Andrae has been on a roll lately, increasing his ice time each game, and making a positive impact with his contributions offensively as well. His recent surge in performance seems to have caught Tocchet's attention, who expressed his desire to continue giving the 23-year-old more playing time.
The youngster's journey to solidifying his place on the Flyers' roster has not been without its challenges. Earlier this season, Andrae found himself relegated to the AHL after struggling to find his footing with the NHL team. However, a recent recall and increased playing time have seen him develop into an integral part of the Flyers' defensive corps.
For Andrae, Thursday's performance marked another significant milestone in his development as a professional hockey player. As he continues to build upon this momentum, it remains to be seen whether his future lies with the Flyers or elsewhere.
The play marked a pivotal moment in the contest, one that showcased Andrae's burgeoning skillset as a defenseman. As highlighted by head coach Rick Tocchet, Andrae demonstrated his capacity for clutch performances throughout the night, displaying his exceptional skating abilities and providing crucial support to his teammates.
Andrae has been on a roll lately, increasing his ice time each game, and making a positive impact with his contributions offensively as well. His recent surge in performance seems to have caught Tocchet's attention, who expressed his desire to continue giving the 23-year-old more playing time.
The youngster's journey to solidifying his place on the Flyers' roster has not been without its challenges. Earlier this season, Andrae found himself relegated to the AHL after struggling to find his footing with the NHL team. However, a recent recall and increased playing time have seen him develop into an integral part of the Flyers' defensive corps.
For Andrae, Thursday's performance marked another significant milestone in his development as a professional hockey player. As he continues to build upon this momentum, it remains to be seen whether his future lies with the Flyers or elsewhere.
... i mean dont get me wrong the kid's got skills but 3-2 win is not exactly breaking records here 
he's getting more playing time cuz he's been decent, but is that really a testament to his greatness or just a product of the team needing him rn? 
he was literally everywhere out there on the ice, blocking shots like that sick block in the 3rd period 
gave me chills. coaches r taking notice too, more ice time for him = good sign for his future with the flyers. gotta wonder if the AHL stint hurt his development tho, but yeah, he's making up for it now 
️ I'm loving how Emil Andrae has turned his season around! His clutch play against the Blues was insane 
and really showed off his skills as a defenseman. The fact that he's been getting more ice time lately is a great sign, and it's awesome to see him thriving under coach Tocchet's guidance.
, but it's clear that he's learning from his mistakes and using them as an opportunity to grow. The fact that he's now making a positive impact offensively is just the icing on the cake 
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. One thing's for sure though - we're getting to see some amazing hockey from this young guy, and I'm excited to watch him take it to the next level! 
. his skating skills are already top-notch & he's showing glimpses of being an elite D-man in the making 
But for real though, it just goes to show how far he's come since struggling in the AHL earlier this season. It's awesome to see him getting more playing time and making a real impact with his team 
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. As a parent, it's amazing to see your kid nail it and prove themselves. I bet he must be on cloud nine right now 
. The fact that he went from struggling in the AHL to becoming a crucial part of the Flyers' defense is just incredible 
. Now, let's see if they can keep him happy and give him the playing time he deserves 
. My kid would totally freak out if they played a game where they were behind with minutes left on the clock, so I feel for Andrae that he gets to live his dream 
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. Maybe they should be testing his limits and letting him work on his game in smaller chunks instead of dumping all their faith into him at once 
how did Andrae even get to block it like that? 
and now tocchet is giving him more ice time? i'm SO here for it!! i was on the edge of my seat when he blocked that shot and i screamed at the screen in my living room (sorry to my neighbors lol) 
anyhooo, i just cant wait to see what the rest of the season has in store for andrea! is he gonna make it as a flyer or move on? only time will tell 
