Who will Flyers play in playoffs? NHL bracket takes shape as Philadelphia returns after long wait since last time in postseason originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.There's a lot of excitement for the Philadelphia Flyers.They clinched a playoff berth on Monday night, and with that comes a lot of intrigue in the Eastern Conference bracket.Here's some quick info that you need to know.MORE: Red Wings take over Sabres' depressing playoff statusWho will Flyers play in playoffs?The Flyers already know their first-round opponent.It's locked in as the Flyers against the Pittsburgh Penguins in a battle of Pennsylvania.CONFIRMED MATCHUP: Round 1#LetsGoPens 🆚 #LetsGoFlyersBattle of Pennsylvania 😤 pic.twitter.com/0z5ozzGYLy— NHL News (@PuckReportNHL) April 14, 2026This is about as fun as it gets.When's the last time the Flyers were in the playoffs?The Flyers last played in the playoffs at the end of the 2019-20 season, in the bubble.This will be a little more raucous for the Philadelphia sports fans.Especially when you consider that Sidney Crosby and the Penguins will be the opponent.More NHL news:Sidney Crosby's retirement future might be changingMorgan Rielly reveals honest feelings about possible tradeA Brady Tkachuk trade warning is in playOffseason trade still might be coming for Sabres