Hurricanes Host Flyers in Metropolitan Division Clash RALEIGH, N.C. (Interstat) — The Carolina Hurricanes look to solidify their standing in the Metropolitan Division when they host the Philadelphia Flyers at Lenovo Center on Sunday. Carolina (19-11-0) enters with a three-point edge over Philadelphia (16-13-0) in the division race. The Hurricanes are coming off a 3-2 shootout win at Washington on Thursday, while the Flyers fell 3-2 in overtime to Vegas the same night. This is the second meeting in as many days between the clubs, following a scheduled game in Philadelphia on Saturday. The teams last met in Raleigh on Oct. 11, with the Hurricanes securing a 4-3 overtime victory. A key player to watch for Philadelphia is center Christian Dvorak, who has been productive with eight assists in his last 10 games. He recorded two assists in the overtime loss to Vegas. Carolina will rely on forward Nikolaj Ehlers, who has points in three of his last four contests, including a goal and an assist in the win over Washington. His speed and offensive creativity will be a focal point for the Hurricanes’ attack. The Flyers have struggled for consistency, alternating wins and losses over their past six games. Carolina has been stronger at home, boasting a 10-4-0 record in Raleigh compared to Philadelphia’s 7-8-0 mark on the road. According to National Statistical’s game simulator, the projected final score is Carolina 3, Philadelphia 2. Following this game, the Flyers begin a three-game road trip through Montreal, Buffalo and New York. The Hurricanes embark on a three-game trip of their own, visiting Nashville, Florida and Tampa Bay next week. Puck drop is scheduled for 5 p.m. EST.