The Philadelphia Flyers (22-20-6) travel to face off against the New York Rangers (23-20-4) on Thursday, January 23rd. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York and televised on NBCS. The Rangers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Flyers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Bruins. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.
Flyers vs Rangers
The Philadelphia Flyers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Flyers dropped to 22-20-6 with a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. Philadelphia’s offense was quiet, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 line set before the game. The Flyers, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.
Philadelphia’s defense allowed goals in each period, with the Bruins’ first goal coming at 13:28 in the first. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net. They also struggled with giveaways, totaling 15 in the game.
The New York Rangers Are Coming Off A Win
The Rangers improved to 23-20-4 with a 5-2 win over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.
Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring at 16:16 in the first period, and the Rangers never trailed in the game.
Philadelphia Offense Breakdown
Philadelphia’s offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Boston, with the Flyers managing 20 shots on goal. They were held scoreless in all three periods, and none of their 15 giveaways led to a goal.
The Flyers did not score on the power play, and none of their players found the net. This was the sixth time this season that Philadelphia has been shut out.
Rangers Offense Breakdown
Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net and his 8th on a power play. Chris Kreider got the scoring started with his 8th goal, which came shorthanded. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, and Adam Edstrom found the net for the first time this season.
The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and ended the game with 14 giveaways. Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his season total to 8.
Philadelphia Team Defense
Philadelphia’s defense gave up the first goal at 6:32 in the first period and another at 8:37 in the second. The Flyers allowed a third goal, an empty-netter, at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson recorded 8 saves with a 100% save percentage. Defensively, the Flyers had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.
New York Team Defense
Defensively, the Rangers will look to build on a solid performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves, posting a 94.6% save percentage. The Rangers’ defense also contributed 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks.
Flyers vs Rangers Trends
- Across the Flyers last ten road games, the team averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 6-4, while going 4-6 straight-up.
- The Rangers are 2-1 puck line in their last three home games and 3-0 straight-up.
- The Rangers have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 3-0 against the spread.
- Through their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Flyers have a good straight up record, but their puck line mark is just 1-2.
Flyers vs Rangers Prediction
If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Rangers to take down the Flyers at home. With the moneyline currently at -151, I’m placing my bet on the Rangers straight-up.
For a puck line pick, we are going with the Rangers to win and cover. Look for the Rangers to win this one by multiple goals over the Flyers.
With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.
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Last updated:January 23, 2025 Flyers, Rangers