The Lehigh Valley Phantoms are indeed going through a rough patch right now in the 2025-26 AHL season. As of mid-February 2026, they’re sitting at a record of 21-22-2-2 through 47 games).
That puts them in the lower half of the Atlantic Division—typically 5th or 6th place—and they’re right on the playoff bubble or just outside it in the Eastern Conference. :
- The Phantoms have been on extended losing streaks, including a stretch of losses in their last several games (e.g., recent results include losses like 3-1 to Syracuse, 6-5 to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, and more).
- Post-All-Star break hasn’t helped much—they dropped games right after returning, extending skids to 4+ losses in some reports.
- Last 11 games have been poor, as they are 2-9 with a current streak of multiple losses.
Key factors contributing to the struggles:
- Inconsistent offense and special teams (Power Play around 18-19%, PK in the mid-70s%).
- Goaltending and defense have been leaky at times.
- Injuries and call-ups to the parent Philadelphia Flyers have likely played a role, though prospects like Alex Bump just returned from injury, while Ty Murchison is out for the season.
If you’re following closely, the next stretch of games (including matchups against division rivals) could be make-or-break for their playoff chances. Tough sledding for Phantoms fans right now, but AHL seasons can turn quickly with a hot streak. What’s your take—are you worried about their playoff odds, or do you think they can turn it around?
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