Philadelphia Flyers vs San Jose Sharks Picks and Predictions November 11th 2024

Philadelphia Flyers vs San Jose Sharks November 11th 2024

Betting on today’s Sharks 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 odds for this non-conference game currently have the Flyers as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.

San Jose vs. Philadelphia Key Information

With a 3-2 loss to the Canucks, the Sharks fell to 5-9-2 on the season. San Jose had taken a 1-0 lead in the second period, but Vancouver’s Pius Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in regulation.

The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5. As underdogs on the puck line, the Sharks failed to cover. San Jose’s defense struggled in the third period, allowing two goals, including the decisive one in the final minute.

San Jose’s offense was held to just two goals in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, scoring with 1:17 left in the third period.

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The Sharks took 23 shots on goal but gave the puck away 16 times. None of their goals came on the power play.

San Jose took a 1-0 lead at 2:37 into the 2nd period, but their defense gave up the tying goal at 5:19 in the 2nd and two more in the 3rd, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with an 89.3% save percentage, and the Sharks’ defense added 6 takeaways and 21 hits.

After a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers now sit at 5-9-2. Philadelphia’s defense struggled, allowing goals in each period, including an empty-netter in the third.

The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short. As the underdog on the puck line, the Flyers failed to cover. They didn’t manage to score, and their defense gave up the first goal at 6:32 in the first period.

Philadelphia’s offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston, despite putting 20 shots on goal. The Flyers struggled with giveaways, committing 15 turnovers in the game.

They failed to find the net in any of the three periods, and none of their players recorded a goal or an assist.

Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 of the first period and another at 11:23 of the second. They allowed an empty netter late in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers’ defense recorded 5 takeaways and 30 hits.

When it comes to a moneyline bet in this game, our analysis leans towards the Flyers picking up the win. However, given the current odds of -247, I’d advise going with the puck line, as our predictions have the Flyers coming out on top by more than one goal.

For a puck line prediction, our preference is the Flyers to secure a win and cover. Anticipate the Flyers to win this one by multiple goals over the Sharks.

With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

Flyers Return Home: Ready to Build on Recent Progress Against the Sharks

After wrapping up a challenging road trip, the Philadelphia Flyers are back in their home arena Monday night, primed to face the San Jose Sharks. Both teams have shown signs of growth recently, making this matchup one to watch.

A Road Trip with Lessons and Growth

The Flyers kicked off their road stint with a tough 6-4 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, only to bounce back with a thrilling 2-1 shootout victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. They capped it off by pushing the defending champion Florida Panthers to their limit before a close 4-3 shootout loss.

In head coach John Tortorella’s words, “The past few games, we’re beginning to play better, more to what we’re supposed to play like.” This glimpse of the Flyers’ potential shows they’re finding their rhythm, albeit not without a few bumps along the way.

Goalie Samuel Ersson, returning from a brief injury, held his ground with 28 saves against the Panthers. Ersson acknowledged the effort, saying, “We battled … against very good teams. We’re happy with the way we played. Obviously, we want more points, but if we play like this, they’re going to come.”

Offensive Highlights: Flyers Finding Their Identity

The Flyers’ offense has been making waves. Joel Farabee, Anthony Richard, and Garnet Hathaway each found the net against Florida, with Scott Laughton pitching in two assists. And in the shootout, Owen Tippett was the lone Flyer to score.

Hathaway summed up the team’s mindset, stating, “I thought we dictated the speed of the game tonight. And that’s something that when we’re playing to our identity, that’s what we do.”

The Flyers are crafting an identity centered around controlling the pace and staying competitive against elite teams.

Sharks on the Rise

Meanwhile, the San Jose Sharks are hitting their stride after a tough start to the season. The team has gone 5-2-0 in its last seven games, including a 1-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils in their road trip opener on Sunday night. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood was in the zone, racking up 44 saves and earning his 11th career shutout against his former team.

“It’s just one of those nights where it feels easy,” Blackwood reflected. “I don’t know why sometimes that happens and sometimes it doesn’t, but today was one of those days I was seeing the puck well.”

Coach Ryan Warsofsky praised Blackwood’s performance, calling it, “probably the best I’ve seen him play.” Now, Warsofsky faces the tough call of whether to keep Blackwood in the net for back-to-back games.

The Sharks’ Defensive Wall

San Jose’s defensive game also deserves credit for the win. They successfully shut down a hot Devils team, one that came in with five wins from its previous six games.

Nico Sturm, who scored the only goal of the game, noted, “I thought we did a great job for the most part, staying tight. Obviously, (Blackwood) had a huge game.”

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The Sharks are coming together defensively, which could pose a challenge for the Flyers’ recently reignited offense.

Will Michkov Make His Return?

One question lingers: will Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov be back on the ice? The talented young player has been a healthy scratch for the last two games, with Coach Tortorella focusing on his development.

“With young guys, they can watch games too as far as developing. It’s (about) trying to help him,” Tortorella explained. It’s unclear if Michkov will get the nod this time, but his dynamic presence could add another layer of excitement to the game.

The Rivalry Continues

The Sharks and Flyers split their season series last year, with five of their last six matchups decided by just one goal. With both teams looking to build momentum, Monday night’s clash promises to be another tight contest.

Will the Flyers’ newfound confidence and home advantage give them the edge, or will the Sharks’ defensive discipline and Blackwood’s stellar goaltending steal the show? It’s anyone’s game.