Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Islanders Picks and Predictions January 30th 2025

Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Islanders January 30th 2025

Planning on watching today’s Islanders and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. In this division matchup, the Islanders are favored by -1.5 against the Flyers. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.

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The Islanders dropped to 22-20-7 after a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. As +1.5 goal underdogs, the Islanders failed to cover the puck line. The total line was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.

After falling behind 2-0, Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period to cut the deficit. The Rangers responded with another goal before Brock Nelson found the net with just 8 seconds left in the second, making it 3-2. However, the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third period.

Casey Cizikas netted his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth in the Islanders’ 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Cizikas scored 4:38 into the second period, and Nelson followed with just 8 seconds left in the same period.

Despite taking 37 shots on goal, the Islanders only managed two goals and were held scoreless in the first and third periods. They recorded 23 giveaways in the game.

Defensively, the Islanders gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the first period and allowed two more in the third, leading to a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage, and the Islanders’ defense finished with 12 takeaways and 17 hits.

With a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers fell to 23-23-6 this season. Philadelphia entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.

Philadelphia’s offense struggled, managing only 20 shots and failing to score. The Bruins added to the Flyers’ woes with goals in each period, including an empty-netter in the third.

Philadelphia’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, failing to find the back of the net on 20 shots. The Flyers were held scoreless in all three periods, and they recorded 15 giveaways.

None of the Flyers’ players scored, and they were shut out for the first time since January 9th. Philadelphia’s record now stands at 23-23-6.

Philadelphia’s defense allowed the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. The Bruins added a third with an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage after coming on in relief. The Flyers’ defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Flyers to come out with a win against the Islanders while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at -105, I’m placing my bet on the Flyers to win outright.

Our projections have the Flyers pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Flyers, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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Islanders Look to Extend Winning Streak in Rematch Against Flyers

The New York Islanders and Philadelphia Flyers are set for their third matchup in two weeks, renewing their rivalry on Thursday night in Philadelphia. While the Flyers took the first meeting 5-3 on January 16, the Islanders responded with a 3-1 victory last Friday and have been red-hot ever since.

Now, as both teams battle for position in the Metropolitan Division standings, the Islanders are aiming to continue their momentum, while the Flyers look to snap out of their recent struggles.

Islanders Hitting Their Stride

New York has been in top form since its last meeting with the Flyers, winning five consecutive games while allowing just seven total goals during that stretch. Their latest victory came in impressive fashion—a 5-2 win over the high-powered Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday.

Captain Anders Lee credited the team’s defensive commitment and return to their signature playing style.

“On this stretch, we’ve gotten (back) to our brand of hockey. We executed (our style) well. It feels natural, the way it’s come together.”

Goaltender Ilya Sorokin was outstanding against Colorado, making 30 saves to keep the Avalanche in check. Simon Holmstrom led the way offensively with two goals and an assist, while Bo Horvat stayed hot, netting his eighth goal in his last 10 games.

Head coach Patrick Roy was pleased with the effort but emphasized that perfection isn’t necessary to win.

“How many times have I said (that) you don’t need to be perfect to win hockey games? That’s exactly what we did. We gave ourselves a chance tonight.”

Despite their strong run, the Islanders still find themselves in seventh place in the Metropolitan Division, just one point behind the Flyers. That adds even more importance to Thursday’s matchup as they look to climb in the standings.

Flyers Searching for Offensive Spark

While the Islanders are surging, the Flyers have hit a rough patch, losing three of their last four games. Their offensive struggles have been a major issue, as they have managed just two goals in those three losses.

Their most recent game was particularly frustrating—a 5-0 shutout loss to the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday. Goaltender Samuel Ersson allowed four goals, including two on the power play, before being pulled by head coach John Tortorella.

Tortorella acknowledged that special teams were a key factor in the loss but remained optimistic about bouncing back quickly.

“I still think we’re there. It just got away from us with not being able to kill penalties.”

Ivan Fedotov will get the start in goal against the Islanders, as confirmed by Tortorella after the game. The Flyers will be looking to get back to basics and find their offensive rhythm, especially after struggling to generate quality scoring chances in recent outings.

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Scott Laughton emphasized the urgency of improving as the season progresses.

“We got beat tonight, fair and square. We’re lucky that we get another division game (Thursday), but we got beat tonight. It’s a good hockey team, but we need to be better at this time of year.”

The Season Series So Far

The Flyers won the first meeting 5-3 in New York, but the Islanders responded with a 3-1 win last Friday, thanks to a strong defensive effort and key contributions from Brock Nelson, who registered a goal and an assist.

Thursday’s game will be the final matchup between these two teams until April 12, when they meet again in Philadelphia. With both teams in the middle of a crowded playoff race, this game carries significant implications.

What to Expect

The Islanders enter with confidence, boasting a stifling defense and a goaltender in Sorokin who is playing at an elite level. Meanwhile, the Flyers need to rediscover their offensive spark and avoid costly penalties that have plagued them in recent games.

Will the Islanders continue their winning ways, or can the Flyers bounce back and reclaim the season series lead? The answer will be decided in what promises to be a hard-fought divisional battle in Philadelphia.