NHL - Carter Hart ended up missing yesterday's game against the Capitals with a lower body injury. It was unexpected and Alex Lyon got the start. He struggled as you would expect as he has limited NHL experience. Brian Elliott was his back-up yesterday so presumably he will start today. It is now or never for the Flyers as time is ticking if they want to retain hope in the playoff race. Elliott is 6-2-1 with a 2.51 GAA in home games this season. He also has played very well against the Islanders this season with a 2.34 GAA. The Islanders are off back to back losses and have lost 4 straight road games. Per the above as well as the simulation report, the desperate Flyers as a home dog are the play here. Play PHILADELPHIA