The Columbus Blue Jackets battle the visiting Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday in NHL betting odds action at Nationwide Arena.
Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 3.3-2.3 win for the Flyers. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Philadelphia Flyers will look to vanquish their hosts on Saturday, as they are 15-13-7 this season, while the Blue Jackets are 21-13-2. Philadelphia is 17-16-2 against the total, while Columbus is 17-19 versus the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Columbus vs Philadelphia injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 28-ranked Columbus Blue Jackets and the No. 22-rated Philadelphia Flyers in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the Columbus Blue Jackets No. 20-ranked offense (2.86 goals per game) against a Philadelphia Flyers defense that ranks No. 13 at 2.89 goals per game allowed. The Blue Jackets Sportsbook has clicked at a 11.43% rate while the Flyers have a 76.79% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
In their last action, Philadelphia was a 4-2 loser on the road against the Sabres. Bettors on Buffalo at +110 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (6) sent OVER bettors home happy as well.
Last time out for Columbus, they were a 3-2 loser as they battled the Penguins on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Penguins at -163 were rewarded, while the 5 combined goals moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Philadelphia at Florida, Thursday, December 28th
Columbus at Pittsburgh, Wednesday, December 27th