In this article, we will formulate a Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, December 21st at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Philadelphia Flyers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia Flyers are 14-15-4 this year after they lost to the Kings by a score of 7-3 in their last game. Philadelphia led 3-2 in the second period, but they allowed the last five goals in the game for the blowout loss. The Flyers were outshot by a total of 27-26, won 53.2% of the face-offs, and went 0-2 on the power play in the game. Philadelphia got goals from Cates and Foerster (2), while Kolosov stopped 20 out of 26 shots in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Flyers lost to the Red Wings by a score of 6-4 and the Wild by a score of 4-1. Philadelphia has scored 2.94 goals per game and they have allowed 3.55 goals against per game, while also going 16.1% on the power play and 80% on the penalty kill this season. Travis Konecny has led Philadelphia with 16 goals, 21 assists, and 86 shots on goal, while Samuel Ersson is 6-5-2 with a 3.03 goals against average and an .884 save percentage this year.
Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Preview
The Columbus Blue Jackets are 13-15-5 this season after they defeated New Jersey by a score of 4-2 in their last game. Columbus led 3-0 after the second period but needed an empty net goal to put the game away. The Blue Jackets were outshot by a total of 42-20, won 50.8% of the face-offs, and went 1-2 on the power play in the game. Columbus got goals from Monahan (2), Provorov, and Werenski, while Merzlikins stopped 40 out of 42 shots in the win.
Prior to that game, the Blue Jackets lost five games in a row against the Lightning, Hurricanes, Capitals, Ducks, and Flyers. Columbus has scored 3.24 goals per game and they have allowed 3.58 goals against per game, while also going 18.9% on the power play and 72.7% on the penalty kill this season. Kirill Marchenko has led Columbus with 11 goals, 22 assists, and 90 shots on goal, while Elvis Merzlikins is 10-9-2 with a 3.05 goals-against average and a .891 save percentage this year.
Why the Flyers will beat the Blue Jackets
- The Blue Jackets have lost each of their last 12 games as road underdogs following a win.
- The Flyers have won four of their last five games against the Blue Jackets following a home loss.
- The Blue Jackets have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The favorites have covered the puck line in each of the Flyers’ last five games.
- The Blue Jackets have lost the third period in each of their last six road games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
Total Goals Facts
- Eight of the Flyers’ last nine home games against Metropolitan Division opponents have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Each of the last four games between two teams from the Metropolitan Division has gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Five of the Blue Jackets’ last six games following a win have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Blue Jackets’ last 12 games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in five of the last six games between the Blue Jackets and Flyers.
Philadelphia Flyers Player Prop Facts
- Travis Konecny has scored at least one goal in four of the Flyers’ last five games against the Blue Jackets.
- Ryan Ellis has recorded at least one point in each of his last seven appearances in home games.
- Ryan Ellis has recorded at least one assist in six of his last seven appearances in home games.
Columbus Blue Jackets Player Prop Facts
- Kirill Marchenko has recorded at least one assist in each of the Blue Jackets’ last four road games.
- Zach Werenski has scored a goal in three of the Blue Jackets’ last four games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
- Boone Jenner has recorded at least one point in each of his last six appearances against the Flyers.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction
Philadelphia comes into this matchup trying to snap their three-game losing streak, but they have allowed 17 goals in those three losses. The Flyers are 7-9-1 at home this year, while the Blue Jackets are 4-11-2 on the road. Columbus did get an impressive win over New Jersey in their last game, but they are 1-5 in their last six road games, with all five losses coming by at least two goals. Take the Flyers -1.5 here.