Philadelphia Flyers vs Colorado Avalanche Picks and Predictions November 18th 2024

Philadelphia Flyers vs Colorado Avalanche November 18th 2024

Betting on today’s Avalanche and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The Avalanche come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6.5 goals.

Colorado vs. Philadelphia Key Information

With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche fell to 9-9-0 this season. The game’s total of 7 goals exceeded the pre-game line of 6.5. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line, and failed to cover.

Colorado took the lead early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. The Avalanche’s defense allowed two empty-netters in the final period.

The Avalanche fired 30 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 5-2 loss to the Predators. Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, which came at the 2:17 mark in the third period.

Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s goal. Nathan MacKinnon, with 6 shots on goal, earned his 14th assist on Makar’s power-play score. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.

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Defensively, the Avalanche will look to bounce back after allowing 5 goals to the Predators, including 2 empty-netters late in the 3rd period. Goalie Justus Annunen made 21 saves and posted a save percentage of 87.5%. Colorado’s defense also registered 11 takeaways, 26 hits, and 15 blocks.

Following a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers are now 8-8-2 this season. Philadelphia’s defense allowed goals in each period, with the Bruins’ final goal coming at 16:21 in the third.

The total for this game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Flyers failed to cover.

Philadelphia’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, with 15 giveaways and no goals on 20 shots. It was the first time this season the Flyers have been shut out.

The Flyers failed to score in all three periods, including a third period where they managed 9 shots on goal. They remain at 8-8-2 after the loss.

Defensively, the Flyers will look to bounce back after allowing the first goal at 6:32 in the first period and two more later in the game, including an empty-netter. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 30 hits.

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Flyers to defeat the Avalanche while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at +151, I’m placing a wager on the Flyers to win outright.

If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Flyers winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Flyers straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6.5 goals, we believe that this game will remain below that figure, and we recommend wagering on the under.

Flyers Riding High Entering Home Matchup vs. Avalanche

The Philadelphia Flyers are riding a wave of momentum into their home matchup against the Colorado Avalanche on Monday night, thanks to a recent string of solid performances. After going 4-0-1 in their last five games, the Flyers are eager to maintain their strong form as they host one of the NHL’s top teams.

The Avalanche, on the other hand, are hitting the road after wrapping up a 3-1-0 homestand. Despite the overall success, Colorado’s last outing was less than ideal, as they fell 5-2 to the Washington Capitals on Friday night.

Avalanche Seeking Bounce-Back After Lackluster Showing

Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar was not pleased with his team’s performance against Washington. Despite goals from fourth-liners Parker Kelly and Nikolai Kovalenko, the Avalanche struggled to generate offense, finishing with just 19 shots on goal.

“I didn’t like our game really at all,” Bednar said. “It looked like we were second to the puck all night, and our execution was not good.”

Adding to Colorado’s offensive woes was a rare off-night for Nathan MacKinnon, who failed to register a point for the first time in 12 home games this season and did not record a single shot on goal.

Defenseman Cale Makar noted that the Avalanche struggled to create quality scoring chances, especially from the point.

“I just didn’t think we generated enough to the net,” Makar said. “Whether it was us shooting from the point or going to the net off rushes, we just weren’t effective.”

Colorado will be looking to reset as they embark on a four-game road trip, starting in Philadelphia.

Flyers Finding Their Groove Behind Konecny’s Leadership

The Flyers are currently enjoying their best stretch of the season, with Travis Konecny leading the way. Konecny registered two goals and an assist in the Flyers’ 5-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. Over his last six games, he has tallied six goals and six assists, playing a pivotal role in the team’s success.

“When we’re going, it seems to be that he’s on his game,” said Travis Sanheim, who also chipped in with a goal and an assist against Buffalo. “He understands that he wants to be the guy leading the way.”

Goaltender Ivan Fedotov has also been a key factor during Philadelphia’s recent surge. After a rocky start to his NHL career, Fedotov has found his rhythm, posting wins in each of his last three starts.

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“He looks the part now,” Flyers coach John Tortorella said. “He’s competitive, he just needs to stay within himself.”

Adding to the Flyers’ feel-good story is veteran defenseman Erik Johnson, who recently skated in his 1,000th career NHL game. Johnson, who played for the Avalanche for 12 years before joining the Flyers, continues to contribute both on and off the ice.

Key Players to Watch

• Travis Konecny (Flyers): With 12 points in his last six games, Konecny is Philadelphia’s offensive spark plug.
• Ivan Fedotov (Flyers): The goaltender’s improved play has been instrumental in the Flyers’ recent winning streak.
• Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche): After being shut out against Washington, expect MacKinnon to come out firing.
• Cale Makar (Avalanche): Always a threat from the blue line, Makar will look to create opportunities for Colorado.

Historical Context & Last Season’s Matchups

The teams split their two meetings last season. In their last visit to Philadelphia, the Avalanche secured a 7-4 victory with Logan O’Connor netting a hat trick and both MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen scoring twice.

Philadelphia will be hoping to flip the script this time, especially with their newfound confidence and home-ice advantage.

What’s at Stake?

Both teams are looking to solidify their positions as the season progresses. The Avalanche aim to rebound from a tough loss and start their road trip on the right foot, while the Flyers will look to keep their streak alive and continue climbing up the standings.

Expect a high-energy game as both teams bring intensity to the ice in this exciting matchup.