Flyers vs. Blackhawks Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Wednesday, Feb. 21

Nov 18, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) in action against the Vegas Golden Knights in the second period at Wells Fargo Center.
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We have your Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Philadelphia Flyers hit the road to face the Chicago Blackhawks.

The Philadelphia Flyers (29-20-7) are set to face off against the Chicago Blackhawks (15-38-3) in an intriguing matchup at the United Center. With the Flyers aiming to solidify their playoff position and the Blackhawks looking to play spoiler, this game promises to be a battle of wills on the ice.

Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks Odds Info

Moneyline: Philadelphia Flyers -190 (BetRivers) / Chicago Blackhawks +165 (Bet365)

Puck Line: +1.5 – Philadelphia Flyers +130 (PointsBet) / Chicago Blackhawks -155 (Bet365)

Total: 5.5 – +115 (PointsBet) / -130 (DraftKings)

Game Info

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 21

Time: 07:30 PM

Location: United Center – Chicago, IL

TV: TNT

Philadelphia Flyers Betting Trends

  • This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 25 overs and 31 unders.
  • On the road this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 11 overs and 17 unders.
  • As the favorite this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 8 overs and 7 unders.

Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends

  • This season, the Chicago Blackhawks have hit 23 overs and 33 unders.
  • At home this season, the Chicago Blackhawks have hit 12 overs and 15 unders.
  • As the underdog this season, the Chicago Blackhawks have hit 22 overs and 32 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last three seasons, the Philadelphia Flyers and the Chicago Blackhawks have faced off four times, with each team securing two victories apiece. These matchups occurred between the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 seasons, showcasing a balanced competition between the two teams. The home and visiting teams have equally split the wins, with two wins each. When it comes to betting statistics, the Chicago Blackhawks have proven more successful against the spread, covering it in three out of the four games, while the Philadelphia Flyers have covered the spread only once. The total score of the games has been evenly distributed in terms of over/under bets, with two games going over and two games going under the set point totals. Key statistics from these encounters include the Flyers’ season win percentages ranging from 30.9091% to 37.8049%, while the Blackhawks’ percentages span from 31.7073% to 35.7143%. The Flyers have shown a slight edge in blocked shots and hits in some games, whereas the Blackhawks have been stronger in faceoff wins and takeaways.

The most recent game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Chicago Blackhawks took place on April 13, 2023, with the Flyers emerging victorious with a tight 5-4 win in a regular season game. The Flyers, who were the visiting team, managed to score twice in both the first and second periods, and secured their win with an additional goal in overtime. The Blackhawks kept pace with two goals in the first period and one goal each in the second and third periods. Travis Konecny of the Flyers was a standout player, netting two goals in the first period. The Flyers had 36 shots on goal, 24 blocks, and 21 hits, while the Blackhawks had 38 shots on goal, 8 blocks, and 24 hits. The Flyers’ goaltender, Felix Sandstrom, saved 34 out of 38 shots, ending the game with a save percentage of 0.895. On the other hand, the Blackhawks’ Alex Stalock faced 36 shots and made 31 saves, resulting in a save percentage of 0.861. Despite the Flyers’ lower season win percentage compared to the Blackhawks, they managed to clinch the game, defying the odds as the slight underdogs with a closing moneyline of -110 against the Blackhawks’ -109.

Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks Predictions

The Flyers, currently on a two-game losing streak, are looking to bounce back and improve their standing in the Metropolitan Division. With star right winger Travis Konecny leading the team in goals (26) and points (53), the Flyers have a potent offensive threat on their hands. Their recent performances, however, have been a mix of highs and lows, and they will need to find consistency against a Blackhawks team that has struggled this season but can still pose a threat, especially at home.

Chicago, despite their less-than-stellar record, has shown flashes of competitiveness, largely thanks to the contributions of rookie sensation Connor Bedard. Bedard leads the Blackhawks with 17 goals and 39 points, showcasing his ability to make an impact in his debut season. The Blackhawks will be looking to improve on their home record and give their fans something to cheer about as they take on a Flyers team that has been strong on the road this season.

Defensively, both teams have had their struggles, with the Flyers ranking 6th in the Eastern Conference and the Blackhawks at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. The game could come down to which team can tighten up at the back and whether the Flyers’ offense can outmatch the Blackhawks’ resilience at the United Center. With both teams having something to prove, this matchup could be closer than the records suggest, making for an exciting game to watch.

Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks Pick

The choice of ‘Over’ for the Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks game is supported by several factors. Firstly, the Flyers have been hitting overs consistently on the road this season, with a record of 11 overs to 17 unders. Additionally, the Blackhawks, despite their struggles, have shown they can score, especially with Connor Bedard leading the charge. The Flyers’ offense, powered by Travis Konecny, has the firepower to exploit the Blackhawks’ defensive weaknesses. The total line for the game is set at 5.5, and considering both teams’ offensive capabilities and recent trends, it’s likely that the game will feature enough goals to surpass this threshold.

Historically, the head-to-head matchups between these two teams have seen an even distribution of overs and unders, with two games going over and two games going under the set point totals. However, the most recent game ended with a high-scoring affair of 5-4, suggesting that when these teams meet, the potential for a goal fest exists. Given the Flyers’ recent trend of hitting overs on the road and the Blackhawks’ ability to contribute to the scoreboard, the ‘Over’ pick seems to be the right choice for this matchup.

The Pick: Over 5.5 -130 (DraftKings)

Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

Philadelphia Flyers

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Travis Konecny Points 0.5 7/10 -210 +160 1.2 1.20
Owen Tippett Points 0.5 7/10 -166 +130 0.9 0.97

Chicago Blackhawks

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Nick Foligno Points 0.5 7/10 +110 -140 0.8 0.8