The Philadelphia Flyers (23-22-6) travel to face off against the New Jersey Devils (28-18-6) on Wednesday, January 29th. This game will be played at Prudential Center in Newark and televised on TNT. Both the Flyers and Devils will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 ET.
Flyers vs Devils
The Philadelphia Flyers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
Philadelphia’s record dropped to 23-22-6 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers were underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.
Defensively, the Flyers struggled, allowing goals in each period. They also couldn’t find the net themselves, managing just 20 shots on goal. The Bruins’ final goal came with 3:39 left in the third period, sealing the game.
The New Jersey Devils Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Devils fell to 28-18-6 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 3 combined goals fell well short.
All three of Calgary’s goals came in the third period, with the first at 14:26. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots and giving the puck away 19 times.
Philadelphia Offense Breakdown
Philadelphia’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, managing 20 shots on goal but failing to find the net. The Flyers were shut out for the first time in four games, following a 4-1 win over the Islanders.
Philadelphia had 15 giveaways and couldn’t capitalize on any power play opportunities. The Flyers were blanked in all three periods, marking their 6th loss in their last 8 games.
Devils Offense Breakdown
New Jersey’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. The Devils recorded 19 giveaways in the game.
All three periods went by without a goal for New Jersey, as they were shut out for the first time this season.
Philadelphia Team Defense
Defensively, the Flyers allowed the first goal at 13:28 in the 1st period and another at 11:23 in the 2nd. Boston added a third with an empty-netter at 16:21 in the 3rd. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers’ defense recorded 5 takeaways and 30 hits.
New Jersey Team Defense
Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey’s defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 22 hits.
Flyers vs Devils Trends
- In their last ten games away from home, the Flyers have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 6-4 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.
- Through their last three home contests, the Devils offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 2. New Jersey posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.
- As the betting underdog, the Devils have an puck line record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
- Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Flyers have an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 against the spread.
Flyers vs Devils Prediction
If you’re interested in a pure moneyline wager, then the Devils is the preferred option. However, with a payout of -187, it might be worth considering this bet as a component of a larger parlay.
For my recommended choice in the puck line, I’m leaning towards the Flyers to cover. Even if the Devils secure a straight-up win, this game is expected to be tightly contested, and the Flyers should cover the puck line.
For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.
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Last updated:January 29, 2025 Devils, Flyers