We have your Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Philadelphia Flyers hit the road to face the New Jersey Devils.
The New Jersey Devils (16-12-1) are set to host the Philadelphia Flyers (17-10-3) in a Metropolitan Division clash. With both teams vying for a stronger foothold in the playoff race, this matchup promises to be a battle of wills on the ice.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils Odds Info
Moneyline: Philadelphia Flyers +140 (DraftKings) / New Jersey Devils -165 (BetMGM)
Puck Line: -1.5 – Philadelphia Flyers -164 (FanDuel) / New Jersey Devils +140 (PointsBet)
Total: 6.5 – -115 (PointsBet) / -105 (PointsBet)
Game Info
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 19
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Prudential Center – Newark, NJ
TV: ESPN+
Philadelphia Flyers Betting Trends
- This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 12 overs and 18 unders.
- On the road this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 5 overs and 10 unders.
- As the underdog this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 8 overs and 15 unders.
New Jersey Devils Betting Trends
- This season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 19 overs and 10 unders.
- At home this season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 10 overs and 4 unders.
- As the favorite this season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 15 overs and 9 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the last two seasons, the New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia Flyers have faced off five times, with the Devils winning three of those encounters and the Flyers taking two victories. The period of these games spans from October 13, 2022, to November 30, 2023. In terms of betting statistics, the Flyers have proven to be the more reliable team against the spread, covering it in four out of the five games, while the Devils have only covered once. The home team has emerged victorious in two games, whereas the visiting team has clinched three wins, indicating a slight edge for the away side in this matchup. The over/under betting results have seen the total score go over the set line three times and stay under twice. Looking at the goaltending performances, Carter Hart and Akira Schmid have been the primary goalies for the Flyers and Devils, respectively, with Schmid recording a shutout in one of the games. The Flyers have accumulated more penalty minutes overall, suggesting a more aggressive or undisciplined approach compared to the Devils. The Devils have shown a higher win percentage in the 2022-2023 season, while the Flyers have had a lower win rate in the same period.
The most recent game between the New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia Flyers took place on November 30, 2023, with the Devils narrowly defeating the Flyers 4-3 in an overtime thriller. The Devils entered the game as the favorites with a closing moneyline of -134, and they managed to live up to that expectation, although the Flyers covered the spread as underdogs with a closing spread moneyline of -215. The game was a high-scoring affair with a total of 82 shots on goal, contributing to the total score going over the closing over/under of 6.5. Key players for the Devils included Jack Hughes, who notched a goal and an assist, and Luke Hughes, who scored the game-winning goal in overtime. For the Flyers, Tyson Foerster was a standout with two goals, helping his team to rally and tie the game in the third period before ultimately falling in overtime. The Devils’ goaltender Akira Schmid made an impressive 44 saves on 47 shots, boasting a save percentage of 0.936, while the Flyers’ Carter Hart saved 31 out of 35 shots for a save percentage of 0.886.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils Predictions
The Flyers are coming into the game on a two-game winning streak, showcasing a blend of offensive prowess and defensive resilience. Travis Konecny leads the team with 16 goals and 25 points, while defenseman Travis Sanheim has been a key playmaker with 17 assists. Philadelphia’s recent form has been bolstered by their ability to cover the spread in recent matchups, making them a tough opponent for the Devils, who are looking to bounce back from a recent loss.
The Devils, on the other hand, have been inconsistent of late, but with star center Jack Hughes leading the team with 14 goals and 37 points, they have the firepower to challenge any team. Jesper Bratt’s 24 assists indicate his crucial role in setting up scoring opportunities, which will be vital against the Flyers’ defense. New Jersey’s performance at home has been less than stellar, and they will need to improve their game to fend off the Flyers’ challenge.
This game could come down to goaltending, with the Devils’ Akira Schmid and the Flyers’ Carter Hart expected to be key factors. Both teams have shown a tendency to go over the total line in recent games, suggesting that fans could be in for a high-scoring affair. As division rivals, the intensity is expected to be high, and the outcome could hinge on which team capitalizes on their chances and manages to stay disciplined under pressure.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils Pick
Given the current trends and statistics, the ‘Under’ appears to be the more compelling pick for the upcoming game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the New Jersey Devils. The Flyers have been strong against the spread recently, but they have also trended towards the ‘Under’ in the season overall, hitting 12 unders and 18 overs. Additionally, when playing as the underdog, they have leaned towards the ‘Under’ with 8 unders and 15 overs. This suggests that while they may keep the game close, their matchups do not typically result in high-scoring affairs.
On the Devils’ side, despite their ability to score, they have also shown a tendency to be involved in lower-scoring games at home, with 10 overs and 4 unders. The historic head-to-head data indicates that the total score has gone under twice in the last five meetings between these two teams. Considering the Devils’ need to tighten up their game at home and the Flyers’ recent performance, it is likely that both teams will focus on a more disciplined and defensive approach, leading to fewer goals and an ‘Under’ result for the total line.
The Pick: Under 6.5 -115 (PointsBet)
Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils 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 | -140 | +110 | 1.1 | 1.05 |
| Owen Tippett | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 8/10 | -150 | +120 | 3.5 | 3.38 |
| Scott Laughton | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -140 | +110 | 1.9 | 1.71 |
New Jersey Devils
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesper Bratt | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -215 | +165 | 1.1 | 1.13 |
| Jesper Bratt | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -130 | +100 | 3.2 | 3.19 |
| Nico Hischier | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -125 | -105 | 1.0 | 1.03 |
