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Apr 7, 2009 10:28 pm US/Eastern

Flyers Clinch Playoff Berth, Beat Panthers 2-1

PHILADELPHIA (CBS4.com) ― The Florida Panthers slim chances of making the playoffs birth took another hit as they lost 2-1 to the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night.

Jeff Carter scored the go-ahead goal at 7:32 of the third period. His 45th goal of the season helped the Flyers clinch a playoff berth. His shot from the side of the crease dribbled past Florida goaltender Tomas Vokun, who appeared to lose his balance.

Joffrey Lupul also scored for the Flyers, whose 97th point and 43rd victory surpassed their 2007-08 totals (95 and 42).

Brett McLean scored for the Panthers who entered the game tied for the eighth and final playoff spot with the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference with 89 points.

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