Philadelphia Flyers vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

On Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET, the Philadelphia Flyers (36-31-11) will be facing off against the Montreal Canadiens (29-36-12) on the road. The Flyers are coming off a 6-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, while the Canadiens are coming off a 5-2 loss to the New York Rangers. Philadelphia is currently the betting favorite with opening odds at -134, with the line remaining steady.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Flyers -134 | Canadiens +116

Spread: Flyers -1.5 (+170) | Canadiens +1.5 (-210)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 57%.

Philadelphia Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers have recently fallen out of a playoff spot and are currently in ninth place in the Eastern Conference. The team is on a seven-game losing streak, with their last win being on March 23 against the Boston Bruins. They have a record of 17-15-7 on the road this season, with a -11 goal differential. The Flyers are scoring an average of 2.85 goals per game, ranking 24th in the league, and allowing an average of 3.15 goals per game, ranking 19th. Their power ranking is 28, with a ranking of 25 in offense (scoring 2.90 goals per game) and 18 in defense (allowing 3.19 goals per game). Overall, the Flyers have a record of 3-7 this season.

Montreal Canadiens Analysis

The Montreal Canadiens have been struggling this season, sitting in 15th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 6-3. They have been eliminated from playoff contention and are currently on a three-game losing streak, including a recent 5-2 loss to the New York Rangers. The Canadiens have a negative goal differential of -26 and are averaging just 2.71 goals per game, ranking 27th in the league. Their defense is also struggling, allowing an average of 3.40 goals per game, which ranks 26th. In their most recent matchups, Montreal went 1-1-1 against the Philadelphia Flyers.