Nick Deslauriers

Matvei Michkov and Sean Couturier had three-point games against the Montreal Canadiens, as the Flyers snapped a six-game losing streak in Brad Shaw's debut as interim head coach.

The Flyers reduced the training camp roster by 14 players on Friday, bringing it to the final 23 likely to make the opening night roster.

With the Flyers preseason now past the halfway point, here are five observations from the first four games.

The Flyers continue the preseason with their first game at Wells Fargo Center, taking on the New York Islanders on Thursday night.

The Flyers continue their preseason schedule on Monday night, taking on the Montreal Canadiens.

Matvei Michkov was introduced to Philadelphia on Wednesday with much fanfare. The 19-year-old showed appreciation for the excitement and warm welcome, while putting focus on his eventually goals with the Flyers.

The Flyers play the Capitals in their regular-season finale on Tuesday, needing a regulation win and some help to stay in the playoff race.

Three games remain for the Flyers, as they play what is likely their final road game of the season against the New York Rangers on Thursday.

The Flyers look to avoid an eighth straight loss as their playoff hopes continue to dwindle, as they take on the Montreal Canadiens.

The Flyers are right back on the ice on Saturday night, looking to snap a six-game losing streak against the Columbus Blue Jackets.