After a sluggish start to the season, the Flyers have found their footing heading into the new year, and we expect Travis Konecny & Co. to continue their winning ways against a reeling Detroit side.
NHL
The Detroit Red Wings return to action to host the Philadelphia Flyers at Little Caesars Arena tonight.
These two teams met last Thursday in Philadelphia, with the Flyers coming out on top 4-1. My Flyers vs. Red Wings predictions anticipate a similar outcome in my best NHL picks for Wednesday, December 18.
My best bet
Flyers moneyline (-104 at FanDuel)
My analysis
The Philadelphia Flyers have turned a corner in recent weeks. After starting 4-8-1, they’ve gone on a 10-5-3 run that has them only two points clear of a playoff spot.
Meanwhile, the Detroit Red Wings started 6-5-1 but have dropped six out of their last eight games, plummeting to the third-worst record in the East. On the season, they’re generating just 25.4 shots per game and rank second-last in penalty kill percentage (67.5%)
Diving a bit deeper into the underlying metrics, the Flyers boast the sixth-best xGF% in that span (53.36% since November 7th), while the Red Wings have the seventh-worst at 46.74%.
The Flyers flexed their muscles last week to take down the Red Wings at home and I expect a similar result on the road.
Flyers moneyline
Travis Konency 1+ points
Matvei Michkov 3+ shots on goal
Travis Konecny has been the driving force for the Flyers this season. He’s picked up a point in 21 of 31 games, including at least one assist in 15 of those contests.
Matvei Michkov has transformed the Flyers offense and he’s been a bit more aggressive shooting the puck recently. He’s compiled 3+ SOG in four straight games and wraps up a potential +557 payday at FanDuel.
Learn how to bet a same-game parlay with these helpful tips and strategies.
Philadelphia has covered the puck line in 27 of its last 41 road games (+4.45 Units / 7% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Flyers vs. Red Wings.
Not intended for use in MA.
Affiliate Disclosure: Our team of experts has thoroughly researched and handpicked each product that appears on our website. We may receive compensation if you sign up through our links.
Ryan Gilbert brings the passion and pain of being a Philadelphia sports fan. After graduating from Monmouth University with a finance degree, he now uses his statistical background to find inefficiencies in betting markets. With past stops at NHL.com, NBC Sports, and currently at Covers, Ryan’s hot picks blend well with the cold ice of a hockey rink.
If you choose to make use of any information on this website including online sports betting services from any websites that may be featured on this website, we strongly recommend that you carefully check your local laws before doing so.It is your sole responsibility to understand your local laws and observe them strictly.Covers does not provide any advice or guidance as to the legality of online sports betting or other online gambling activities within your jurisdiction and you are responsible for complying with laws that are applicable to you in your relevant locality.Covers disclaims all liability associated with your use of this website and use of any information contained on it.As a condition of using this website, you agree to hold the owner of this website harmless from any claims arising from your use of any services on any third party website that may be featured by Covers.