Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Rangers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Philadelphia Flyers are on the road in New York to take on the Rangers in a battle for two crucial points. The Flyers are looking to bounce back from a 4-1 loss to
Game outlook
The Philadelphia Flyers are on the road in New York to take on the Rangers in a battle for two crucial points. The Flyers are looking to bounce back from a 4-1 loss to Florida, while the Rangers are coming off a shootout win against the same opponent. New York has dominated the recent matchups between these teams, with a 9-0-1 record in their favor. The Rangers are the favorite to win with a -200 opening line that has not moved.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Flyers +170 | Rangers -200
Spread: Flyers +1.5 (-147) | Rangers -1.5 (+127)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 67%.
Philadelphia Flyers
The Philadelphia Flyers suffered a defeat at home against the Panthers in the second game of a back-to-back series, bringing their record to 3-4-1 in the last eight games. Currently standing third in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 36-27-9, they are 17 points behind the division leader, the Rangers, and two points ahead of the Capitals for the final playoff spot. The Flyers rank 23rd in the league in scoring offense, averaging 2.89 goals per game, and rank 15th in goals against, allowing 3.01 goals per game. They have a power play success rate of 13.2% and are 3rd in penalty killing, successfully navigating 84.4% of shorthanded situations. In their most recent game against Florida, despite outshooting their opponent, the Flyers were unable to secure a win and ultimately fell 3-1. Philadelphia's goalie Felix Sandstrom made 11 saves in the loss, with Samuel Ersson expected to start in the next game. Their power ranking is currently 20, with a ranking of 22 in offense and 17 in defense, scoring an average of 2.97 goals per game and allowing 3.04 goals against per game.