Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Monday, Jan. 08

We have your Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Pittsburgh Penguins hit the road to face the Philadelphia Flyers.

The Philadelphia Flyers (20-13-6) are set to host the Pittsburgh Penguins (19-15-4) in a clash of Eastern Conference rivals. With both teams eager to climb the standings, this matchup promises to be a fierce contest on the ice.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Odds Info

Moneyline: Pittsburgh Penguins -120 (BetRivers) / Philadelphia Flyers +105 (DraftKings)

Puck Line: +1.5 – Pittsburgh Penguins +200 (BetRivers) / Philadelphia Flyers -250 (BetRivers)

Total: 6.0 – -106 (BetRivers) / -115 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: Monday, Jan. 08

Time: 07:00 PM

Location: Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA

TV: ESPN+

Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have 9 wins and 10 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have 9 wins and 13 losses.
• This season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have hit 16 overs and 22 unders.

Philadelphia Flyers Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have 9 wins and 9 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Philadelphia Flyers have 14 wins and 15 losses.
• This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have hit 16 overs and 23 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers have faced off five times, with the Penguins emerging victorious in three of those encounters while the Flyers claimed two wins. These matchups have seen a fairly even distribution of victories between the home and visiting teams, with the home side winning three games and the visitors taking two. When it comes to betting statistics, the Penguins have managed to cover the spread in three games, whereas the Flyers have done so in two. In terms of the over/under betting market, only one game has gone over the total score line, with the remaining four games falling under. Key statistics from these games reveal a competitive edge in faceoffs for the Penguins in three out of the five games, despite the Flyers winning the majority of faceoffs in the most recent game. The Penguins have also shown a tendency to take fewer shots on goal compared to the Flyers, who have outshot them in three of the five games. Both teams have displayed strong goaltending performances, with save percentages frequently above .900, indicating tight defensive play and effective goalkeeping.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on December 4, 2023, with the Philadelphia Flyers narrowly defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins with a final score of 2-1. The game was tightly contested and was ultimately decided in overtime. The Penguins scored first with Sidney Crosby netting a goal assisted by Jake Guentzel and Bryan Rust, but the Flyers responded with Tyson Foerster’s equalizer in the second period, leading to Sean Couturier’s game-winning goal in overtime. The Flyers had a slight advantage in faceoffs, winning 55.8% to the Penguins’ 44.2%, and also outshot the Penguins by a narrow margin of one shot. Both teams had limited power play opportunities, and the game’s defensive nature was reflected in the high save percentages of both goaltenders, with the Flyers’ Carter Hart posting a .969 save percentage and the Penguins’ Alex Nedeljkovic recording a .939 save percentage. The Flyers were the slight underdogs based on the closing moneyline, but they managed to secure the win at home.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Predictions

The Flyers and Penguins are gearing up for an intense showdown at the Wells Fargo Center. Philadelphia, currently sixth in the Eastern Conference, enters the game on a high after an emotional victory over the Calgary Flames. The Flyers will look to build on their recent success, leaning on the offensive prowess of Travis Konecny, who leads the team with 21 goals. Defensively, they’ve been solid, ranking in the top ten for goals against average, a testament to Carter Hart’s goaltending.

Pittsburgh, sitting at 12th in the conference, is aiming to reverse their fortunes after a loss to the Buffalo Sabres. The Penguins will rely heavily on their star players, Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel, to spark their offense. Crosby’s leadership and scoring ability, coupled with Guentzel’s team-leading 43 points, make them a formidable duo. However, the Penguins’ power play has been lackluster, ranking 26th in the NHL, which could be a point of concern against the Flyers’ strong penalty kill.

This game could come down to key player matchups and special teams performance. The Flyers’ penalty kill, second-best in the league, will be tested by the Penguins’ top offensive talents. On the flip side, Pittsburgh’s penalty kill will need to contain a Flyers power play that has struggled but shown signs of life recently. With both teams fighting for every point as the playoff race heats up, expect a tightly contested battle with playoff atmosphere intensity.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Pick

The Pittsburgh Penguins come into this matchup with a point to prove after a recent loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Despite their position in the standings, the Penguins have a roster that boasts experienced and high-caliber players like Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel, who have consistently demonstrated their ability to turn games around. The Penguins’ need for a win to stay in the playoff hunt, combined with their star players’ potential for offensive production, makes them a strong candidate for a moneyline bet. Furthermore, the Penguins have historically performed well against the Flyers, winning three out of the last five encounters, which suggests they have the psychological edge in this matchup.

While the Flyers have shown resilience and are coming off a win, their power play struggles could be a significant disadvantage against the Penguins’ penalty kill. Additionally, the Flyers’ recent trend of hitting the under in the majority of their games indicates a potential difficulty in scoring, which could be exacerbated by the Penguins’ urgency to bounce back. Considering the odds and the Penguins’ higher stakes in needing a win, a moneyline bet on Pittsburgh is the more compelling choice, especially when taking into account their ability to cover the spread in recent head-to-head games and the Flyers’ challenges in converting on power play opportunities.

The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins -120 (BetRivers)

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Player Prop Picks

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

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