Michal Neuvirth

Michal Neuvirth draws the unexpected start for Flyers in season opener

Philadelphia Flyers goalie Michal Neuvirth will be the starter in Friday's opening game versus the Los Angeles Kings.

What It Means:

Steve Mason was expected to have the advantage on net duties for Philadelphia, but Neuvirth is getting the call on Friday. The two should both see plenty of time between the pipes for the Flyers this season, though, as Mason has already been tagged for Saturday's start.

We project Neuvirth to allow 2.52 goals on 30.16 shot attempts Friday night, while giving him and the Flyers a 46.0 percent chance of defeating the Kings.