One day after their 6-1 loss to the Washington Capitals that saw their fans throw commemorative wristbands onto the ice in frustration, Philadelphia Flyers Chief Operating Officer Shawn Tigler released a statement regarding the incident Tuesday:
Flyers fans are the best in sports. However, last night, a number of individuals behaved in an unacceptable manner. Fans have the right to voice their displeasure vocally or by not watching or attending games, but when displeasure is expressed in a way that embarrasses or endangers others, it cannot be condoned or tolerated. As an organization, and on behalf of the overwhelming majority of Flyers fans who express their passion in a positive manner, we wish to express our sincere regret.
Also releasing a statement Tuesday was Sarena Snider, daughter of late Flyers owner Ed Snider - who was honored prior to Monday's game.
My dad would've called the wristband throwers a "disgrace" & may have spoken publicly. But he wouldn't look back, only forward. @NHLFlyers
— Sarena Snider (@SarenaSnider) April 19, 2016
The fans began throwing bracelets late in the third period, earning the Flyers a delay of game penalty.
Game 4 is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday in Philadelphia.
