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Los Angeles Kings at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Kings at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Kings (26-17-6) play the 3rd contest of a 6-game road trip against the Philadelphia Flyers (20-21-7) Tuesday at Wells Fargo Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Kings posted a 2-1 road win against the Chicago Blackhawks last time out on Sunday, rebounding from a 5-3 loss against the Nashville Predators in the trip opener. L.A. is looking for revenge against the Hawks after a 4-2 loss on home ice back on New Year’s Eve in the 1st meeting.

The Flyers were on the short end of a 5-3 loss against the Winnipeg Jets at home on Sunday as the Over connected. Philly has alternated losses and wins in the last 6 outings.

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Kings at Flyers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Kings -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Flyers +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings -1.5 (+155) | Flyers +1.5 (-210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Kings at Flyers projected goalies

Pheonix Copley (13-3-0, 2.79 GAA, .896 SV%) vs. Carter Hart (14-14-6, 2.94 GAA, .909 SV%)

Copley turned aside 18 of the 19 shots he faced last time out in Chicago Sunday, and he has won 4 of his last 5 starts overall. He has a 3-2-0 record in 5 starts against Eastern Conference teams this season.

Hart allowed a lone goal on 31 shots in a 2-1 victory in Detroit Saturday, snapping a 2-game losing streak. Despite the solid effort, he has allowed 3 or more goals in 4 of the last 6 outings.

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Kings at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Flyers 4, Kings 2

Moneyline

The FLYERS (+120) are a sharp play on home ice against the visiting Kings (-140).

The Kings are just 1-5 in the last 6 tries against Eastern Conference teams, while losing 7 in a row against Metropolitan Division clubs.

On the flip side, the Fly Guys have won 4 in a row against Pacific Division teams, while going 5-2 in the last 7 against Western Conference foes.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flyers +1.5 (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return if you need insurance and can’t play Philly straight up, but that’s not a recommended play. If you like Philadelphia, just play it straight up.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The OVER 5.5 (-135) is a little on the expensive side, but it’s a decent half-unit play.

The Over is 5-2-1 in the last 8 games overall for Los Angeles, while going 6-1 in the last 7 games against Metropolitan Division teams. The Over is 7-1 in the last 8 games overall for Philadelphia, too.

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Chicago Blackhawks at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Blackhawks at Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Blackhawks (12-26-4) and Philadelphia Flyers (19-19-7) square off for a Thursday matchup at the Wells Fargo Center at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blackhawks vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Chicago’s tank season has perhaps accidentally climbed back on the rails in recent weeks. The Blackhawks — losers of 13 of 14 from Dec. 4-Jan. 3 — have gone 4-1-0 since Jan. 6. When they hit the ice in Philadelphia, they’ll be looking to undo a losing skid longer than anything they endured in December — the Hawks haven’t won in Philadelphia since 1996.

The Flyers are also 4-1-0 in their last 5. A bottom-10 team in scoring for the season, Philadelphia has been finding quite a bit of twine at home recently. Across their last 5 games on home ice, the Flyers have averaged 4.6 goals per game.

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Blackhawks at Flyers odds

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  • Moneyline: Blackhawks +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Flyers -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blackhawks +1.5 (-130) | Flyers -1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Blackhawks at Flyers projected goalies

Petr Mrazek (4-10-1, 4.17 GAA, .877 SV%) vs. Carter Hart (13-13-6, 3.00 GAA, .907 SV%)

Mrazek is making his 1st road start since Dec. 27. The 30-year-old netminder is behind a Chicago defense that has been dinged for 33.8 shots per contest over the team’s last 10 games.

Hart has had a rough month so far, posting an .888 SV% and mostly getting hurt by even-strength goals. In his last game Monday at Boston, he allowed 4 goals in 28 minutes.

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Blackhawks at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Philadelphia 5, Chicago 2

Moneyline

PASS. Look to leverage a significant Chicago fade on the puck line.

Puck line/Against the spread

Any public lean toward winning-of-late Chicago should provide value on the other side here. The Blackhawks’ defense is porous and struggling Mrazek is behind a defense that gives up a slew of scoring chances.

His opposite in the other cage owns a .944 SV% in 2 career games against the Hawks. On offense, Philly has been climbing the ladder in the last month or so with regard to creating high-danger chances.

Each of Chicago’s last 14 losses has come my a multi-goal margin.

BACK THE FLYERS -1.5 (+110).

Over/Under

The Chicago side of the ledger is not dangerous enough to join the Flyers in any kind of goal-spiral game here. PASS.

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Anaheim Ducks at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Anaheim Ducks at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Anaheim Ducks (12-27-5) play the 2nd contest of a 6-game road trip Tuesday against the Philadelphia Flyers (18-19-7). Puck drop at Wells Fargo Center is at 7:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Ducks vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Ducks kicked off the road trip Monday with a 4-3 overtime loss in Pittsburgh against the Penguins. It was the 1st point for the team in the last 4 games (0-3-1). The Over has cashed in 5 in a row for the Ducks.

The Flyers also played Monday night on the road, falling 6-0 at Boston to splash cold water on a 3-game win streak. Philadelphia has won 4 in a row against Western Conference teams, including the 1st meeting with the Ducks 4-1 on Jan. 2 in Anaheim.

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Ducks at Flyers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ducks +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Flyers -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Ducks +1.5 (-170) | Flyers -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Ducks at Flyers projected goalies

Anthony Stolarz (3-5-0, 3.88 GAA, .895 SV%) vs. Samuel Ersson (4-0-0, 2.30 GAA, .924 SV%, 1 SO)

Stolarz gets a shot at his former team. He was drafted by the Flyers in the 2nd round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, and he made 14 starts in 19 appearances for the Flyers between 2016-19.

The New Jersey native allowed 4 goals on 41 shots in his most recent start at home against the San Jose Sharks on Jan. 6, a 5-4 win in overtime.

Ersson has been a revelation for the Fly Guys, winning his last 4 starts. He has a sparkling 2-0-0 record, 0.50 GAA and .982 SV% with a shutout in 2 starts and 3 appearances in January.

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Ducks at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Flyers 5, Ducks 2

Moneyline

The Flyers (-180) are a little on the expensive side. They’re right at my personal limit for a money line play on a standalone bet, but I’d rather take my chances on Philly laying the goal and a half.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLYERS -1.5 (+135) were roughed up by the Bruins on Monday, but it has 6 wins in the last 8 games, and each of the victories are by 2 or more goals. One of those victories was in the 1st meeting in Anaheim on Jan. 2 behind Ersson, who turned aside 28 of the 29 shots he faced in the 4-1 win.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+105) is a value play at plus-money.

The Over has connected in 5 in a row for the Ducks, while going 5-1 in the last 6 games against Eastern Conference teams. The Over is 10-3 in the last 13 against the Metropolitan Division, too, while going 8-3 in the second end of a back-to-back set.

The Over has hit in 5 in a row at home for the Flyers, while going 3-1-1 in the last 5 games when playing on no rest. The Over is 4-1-2 in the previous 7 meetings in Philadelphia, too.

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Washington Capitals at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Washington Capitals at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Capitals (23-14-6) face the Philadelphia Flyers (16-18-7) Wednesday at Wells Fargo Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Capitals are coming off a 1-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets as heavy favorites on Monday. The Under cashed for the 2nd straight outing after a 4-0 Over run from Dec. 29-Jan. 5 for the Caps.

The Flyers routed the Buffalo Sabres on the road by a 4-0 score Tuesday, bouncing back from a 6-2 loss at home to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Flyers are a respectable 5-1 in the last 6 games.

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Capitals at Flyers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Capitals -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Flyers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals -1.5 (+135) | Flyers +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Capitals at Flyers projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (12-9-4, 2.45 GAA, .920 SV%, 4 SO) vs. Carter Hart (11-12-6, 2.97 GAA, .908 SV%)

Kuemper has won back-to-back appearances, albeit against the lowly Blue Jackets, allowing just 2 goals on 65 shots. He hasn’t lost in regulation in 11 straight starts since Nov. 23, which includes a 3-week span due to injury, too. He topped the Flyers Nov. 23, allowing 2 goals on 23 shots.

Hart was dissected for 6 goals on 35 shots last time out against the Maple Leafs, and he has won just once in the previous 3 starts and 4 appearances. That lone win was against the Arizona Coyotes on Thursday.

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Capitals at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Flyers 4, Capitals 3

Moneyline

The FLYERS (+145) looked awfully good shutting down a high-octane Buffalo Sabres attack last time out, and it could easily do the same against the Capitals (-170) on home ice.

The Caps struggled to beat Elvis Merzlikins, who has been very giving of late. Hart hasn’t been great lately, but the Philly offense could give him enough support. As a moderate underdog, the Fly Guys are worth a look.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLYERS +1.5 (-170) aren’t priced out of line if you’d like a little insurance, and just can’t pull the trigger and take Philadelphia straight up on the money line. Obviously, the ML is a much better value, but either way, Philly should end up on top.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+110) is worth the look here, especially at plus-money.

Yes, Washington is coming off a low-scoring shutout win, and Philadelphia is also coming off a road blanking of the Sabres.

However, the Over is 4-1 in the last 5 against Eastern Conference teams for the Caps, while cashing in 4 in a row at home for the Flyers. The Over is also 7-3 in the last 10 games overall for Philadelphia, and 5-1 in the last 6 against Eastern Conference foes.

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Philadelphia Flyers at Buffalo Sabres odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Buffalo Sabres odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (15-18-7) face the Buffalo Sabres (20-15-2) Monday at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Sabres odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers are coming off a 6-2 beating at home at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs Sunday, snapping a 4-game win streak. Philadelphia hits the road with a 14-42 mark in its last 56 games away from home.

The Sabres have registered victories in 8 of the past 9 games dating back to Dec. 13, and have a 4-0-1 record in the past 5 games at home dating back to Dec. 1.

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Flyers at Sabres odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Sabres -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers +1.5 (-130) | Sabres -1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Flyers at Sabres projected goalies

Samuel Ersson (3-0-0, 2.90 GAA, .905 SV%) vs. Craig Anderson (7-5-1, 2.61 GAA, .923 SV%, 1 SO)

The rookie Ersson turned aside 28 of the 29 shots he faced in Anaheim last time out last Monday. He has won each of his past 3 starts — his first victories in the NHL — and has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of those outings.

Anderson allowed just 2 goals on 32 shots in Ottawa on New Year’s Day against his former organization. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of the past 3 starts, and 6 of his past 8 outings overall.

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Flyers at Sabres picks and predictions

Prediction

Sabres 5, Flyers 3

Moneyline

The Sabres (-220) will cost you over 2 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive for a standalone wager despite that Buffalo has more than a good chance of topping the ice-cold Flyers.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The SABRES -1.5 (+110) are a much better value on the puck line. This does come with some risk, however. Buffalo is 8-1 across the past 9 games, but each of the past 3 victories was by just 1 goal in overtime.

The Flyers are just 14-42 in the past 56 games on the road, and 17-35 in the past 52 against the Atlantic Division. Plus, Philly just played Sunday and is 13-39 in the past 52 games when playing on no rest.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-120) might be the best play on the board.

The Over has cashed in 7 of the past 9 games overall for the Flyers while going 3-0-1 in the past 4 in the second end of a back-to-back. The Over is also 5-0 in the past 5 against Eastern Conference foes for Philly.

The Over is 5-1-1 in the past 7 games at home for the Sabres, too, while cashing at a 20-7-1 clip in the past 28 against Metropolitan Division foes. The Over has also hit in 4 straight meetings between these teams in Buffalo.

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Philadelphia Flyers at Anaheim Ducks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Anaheim Ducks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (13-17-7) wrap up a 5-game road trip on Monday against the Anaheim Ducks (10-23-4) at Honda Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Ducks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers opened the road trip with a pair of 1-goal losses in Toronto and Carolina prior to the holiday break. It resumed the trip in the Golden State on Thursday, and Philadelphia has picked up wins against the San Jose Sharks and Los Angeles Kings.

The Ducks are coming off a 6-1 drubbing from the Nashville Predators on Friday, splashing cold water on a surprising 3-2 shootout win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday.

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Flyers at Ducks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Ducks -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers -1.5 (+185) | Ducks +1.5 (-260)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Flyers at Ducks projected goalies

Samuel Ersson (2-0-0, 3.58 GAA, .885 SV%) vs. John Gibson (6-15-3, 3.97 GAA, .898 SV%)

Ersson has won back-to-back starts in San Jose and Los Angeles, his 1st 2 NHL victories. He allowed 3 goals on 28 shots against the Sharks Thursday in a 4-3 OT win, and he turned aside 27 of the 29 shots he faced against the Kings on Saturday.

Gibson was stomped for 6 goals on 43 shots in Friday’s home loss against the Predators, as he slipped to 2-3-1 with a 3.92 GAA and .907 SV% in 6 December starts.

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Flyers at Ducks picks and predictions

Prediction

Flyers 4, Ducks 3

Moneyline

The FLYERS (-110) have picked up a little steam on the left coast, topping both the Sharks and Kings. Philadelphia has won 3 of the last 5 games overall, and 6 of the last 7 losses since Dec. 9 are by just 1 goal.

The Ducks (-110) were annihilated by the Preds last time out, and it won’t have anything for the Fly Guys. Anaheim is just 7-19 in the past 26 skates on “The Pond”, too, while going 4-10 in the previous 14 against the Metropolitan Division.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Ducks +1.5 (-260) will cost you more than 2 1/2 times your potential return if you want a little insurance and don’t trust them straight up. That’s too expensive, though, and there is very little value playing the puck line ‘dogs.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+105) is worth a roll of the dice at plus-money.

The Over has hit in 5 of the last 6 games overall for the Fly Guys, while cashing in 4 straight against teams with a losing overall record.

While the Under is 4-1 in the last 5 games for the Ducks, the Over has connected in 8 of the last 10 games against Metropolitan Division foes, while going 4-1 in the last 5 against teams with a winning percentage under .400.

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Philadelphia Flyers at San Jose Sharks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Philadelphia Flyers at San Jose Sharks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (11-17-7) meet the San Jose Sharks (11-19-6) at SAP Center Thursday. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Sharks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers haven’t played since prior to the holiday break. They trailed 6-2 after 2 periods at the Carolina Friday but made the Hurricanes sweat with 3 unanswered goals to pull to 6-5. It couldn’t break through with an extra attacker, however, losing for the 2nd straight game by 1 goal.

The Sharks picked up a 3-0 road win over the Fly Guys on Oct. 23, as G James Reimer stopped all 30 of the shots he faced.

San Jose has managed a 1-3-1 mark across the past 5 games, coughing up 5 or more goals in 6 of the past 10 games overall. The Sharks have allowed 4.3 goals per game (GPG) during the 10-game stretch.

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Flyers at Sharks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Sharks -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers +1.5 (-190) | Sharks -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Flyers at Sharks projected goalies

Samuel Ersson (0-0-0, 6.33 GAA, .833 SV%) vs. Kaapo Kahkonen (3-7-2, 3.83 GAA, .872 SV%, 1 SO)

Ersson made his NHL debut in Carolina last Friday prior to the holiday break, and he coughed up 5 goals on 30 shots before he was pulled early in the 3rd period.

Kahkonen is confirmed to start, which is surprising since Reimer shut out the Flyers the last time he faced them. However, the veteran Reimer was pounded for 6 goals on 25 shots at the Vancouver Canucks Tuesday. Kahkonen has coughed up 4 or more goals in all 3 of his December starts, and 5 of his past 6 outings overall.

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Flyers at Sharks picks and predictions

Prediction

Sharks 5, Flyers 4

Moneyline

The SHARKS (-160) are moderate favorites, and that’s a little bit higher of a price than I like for San Jose. Still, the Flyers have won just 11 of the past 53 games on the road, while going 1-5 in the past 6 against Western Conference foes.

San Jose is also 12-2-1 in the past 15 home meetings with Philadelphia while going 24-4-2 in the previous 30 overall in the series.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flyers +1.5 (-190) are just a little too expensive for my liking. They’re just not worth the price if you need a little insurance.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-105) might be worth the best price, as Ersson makes his 2nd start against the backup Kahkonen. We could have quite a high-scoring affair.

The Over has cashed in 4 in a row for Philadelphia while going 6-2-1 in the past 9 against teams with a losing overall record.

The Over is 20-7-1 in the past 28 games overall while hitting at a 13-3-1 clip in the past 17 home games for the Sharks.

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Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (11-16-1) take on the Carolina Hurricanes (21-6-6) at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C. on Friday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Hurricanes odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers were on the short end of a 4-3 loss in Toronto on Thursday, and now face the quick turnaround for the back-to-back in Raleigh before the holiday break.

The Flyers lost to the Hurricanes on Oct. 29, falling 4-3 in overtime in the 1st meetings as the Over cashed.

Carolina enters play with at least 1 point in 13 straight games, going 11-0-2. The team’s last loss in regulation was Nov. 23 at home to the Arizona Coyotes.

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Flyers at Hurricanes odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Hurricanes -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers +1.5 (-120) | Hurricanes -1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Flyers at Hurricanes projected goalies

Samuel Ersson (9-8-1, 2.72 GAA, .910 SV% – Lehigh Valley of the AHL) vs. Pyotr Kochetkov (10-1-4, 1.94 GAA, .928 SV%, 3 SO)

Ersson is projected to make his NHL debut after being recalled from Lehigh Valley of the AHL with backup Felix Sandstrom dealing with a non-COVID illness back in Philadelphia.

Kochetkov stopped 37 of the 38 shots he faced at home against the New Jersey Devils last time out on Tuesday, before giving way to Antti Raanta in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.

The rookie Kochetkov is having an amazing December, going 7-0-1 with a 1.63 GAA, .939 SV% and 2 shutouts in 7 starts and 8 appearances overall.

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Flyers at Hurricanes picks and predictions

Prediction

Hurricanes 3, Flyers 2

Moneyline

The Hurricanes (-340) will cost you nearly 3 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive for a standalone wager. While Carolina has been absolutely red-hot, and is unbeaten at home in December, AVOID, and look to the puck line instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

The play here is the FLYERS +1.5 (-120). While Philadelphia has struggled to grab 2 points in a single game lately, it is 5-1 in the last 6 games on the puck line as an underdog.

Carolina -1.5 (-140) is too risky, as 4 of the last 5 victories have been 1-goal games.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-130) is the play in this night before the holiday break.

The Under is 6-2 in the last 8 for Philadelphia against teams with a winning overall record, while going 5-2 in the last 7 against Eastern Conference opponents.

For Carolina, it’s all about the Under lately, going 5-2 in the last 7 games overall, 6-1 in the last 7 at home and 8-1 in the last 9 against Eastern Conference foes.

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Philadelphia Flyers at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (11-15-7) take on the Toronto Maple Leafs (20-7-6) at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on Thursday. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Maple Leafs odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers picked up a 5-3 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets o Tuesday and have won 2 of the last 3 games. However, since Nov. 10  Philadelphia is just 4-12-5 in the previous 21 contests.

The Maple Leafs snapped a 2-game skid with an emphatic 4-1 victory at home over the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday. Toronto has picked up wins in 5 straight at home, while going 7-0-2 in the last 9 at Scotiabank Arena.

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Flyers at Maple Leafs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Maple Leafs -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers +1.5 (+110) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (-130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Flyers at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Carter Hart (10-9-6, 2.82 GAA, .912 SV%) vs. Ilya Samsonov (9-3-0, 1.98 GAA, .929 SV%, 2 SO)

Hart allowed 3 goals on 33 shots Tuesday against the Blue Jackets, picking up the win. He has allowed 3 or more goals in 6 of his 9 starts in December, going 3-4-2 with a 2.99 GAA and .904 SV% in the month.

Samsonov allowed 5 goals on 28 shots in Washington against his former team, the Capitals, on Saturday. That 5-2 loss snapped his 5-start win streak  and it splashed cold water on the hot goalie, who had a pair of shutouts against the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings to start the month.

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Flyers at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Flyers 1

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-300) will cost you 3 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive. While the Flyers (+250) are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings with the Leafs, and 1-4 in the last 5 trips to Toronto, PASS, and look to the puck line instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

The MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (-130) are a little more reasonably priced. The home team has won 11 of the last 15 in this series, and Toronto has won by 3 or more goals in each of the last 4 meetings.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-130) is the lean, but go lightly with a half-unit play at best.

While the Leafs certainly have a potent offense, the Flyers will have trouble solving Samsonov, who had allowed just 2 total goals in his 4 starts prior to the Washington debacle. Look for Samsonov to get back on track, shutting down the toothless Philadelphia offense.

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Philadelphia Flyers at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Philadelphia Flyers at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Flyers (9-13-7) and Colorado Avalanche (14-10-2) meet Tuesday at Ball Arena in Denver. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flyers vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flyers are skidding again, going 0-1-2 in the last 3 games, including a 5-4 overtime loss in Arizona on Sunday. The team’s last win was 5-3 against the Avalanche in Philly on Dec. 5 behind Alexandar Georgiev.

The Avs picked up a 3-2 win in overtime Sunday in St. Louis to halt a 4-game losing skid. Prior to the win against the Blues, Colorado has scored just 5 total goals in the previous 4 outings.

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Flyers at Avalanche odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flyers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Avalanche -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flyers +1.5 (-140) | Avalanche -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +105)

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Flyers at Avalanche projected goalies

Carter Hart (8-8-6, 2.84 GAA, .909 SV%) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (11-5-2, 2.65 GAA, .920 SV%, 1 SO)

Hart allowed 5 goals on 29 shots in Arizona on Sunday and he is just 1-3-2 with a 3.13 GAA and .885 SV% in 6 starts this month. However, that lone win was Dec. 5, allowing 3 goals on 32 shots in a win against the Avalanche.

Georgiev yielded a lone goal on 29 shots in a 2-1 shootout loss Friday against the New York Rangers, his former team. However, he had allowed 4 or more goals in 4 straight games prior to that outing.

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Flyers at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 5, Flyers 2

Moneyline

The Avalanche (-220) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s too expensive especially since Colorado just lost to Philadelphia last week.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The AVALANCHE -1.5 (+120) are a better play on the puck line, as Colorado looks for a little bit of a revenge on home ice. The Avalanche are 10-3 in the last 13 games at home against the Flyers.

In 7 of Colorado’s last 10 victories since Nov. 4, the Avs have won by 2 or more goals to cover the puck line.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-125) is my favorite play on the board in this game.

The Over has cashed in 4 straight meetings, while going 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Denver. The Over is also 3-1-2 in the last 6 for Philadelphia against Western Conference foes.

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