Though the NHL prematurely decided that the Flyers-Rangers game Monday at Citizens Bank Park would be a classic ... turns out, it was right.

How many 3-2 games include a penalty shot in the last minute, a blown two-goal lead and generally well-played hockey?

Chances are, the Flyers may not play a more interesting 60 regular-season minutes all year.

Check out the Daily Times Tuesday and, as always, delcotimes.com, for my column on the Flyers' never-ending goaltending issues and complete Winter Classic coverage.