Crucial NHL Clash: New Jersey Devils Take On Philadelphia Flyers in Metropolitan Division Rivalry

Friday, April 12th, 2024

On Saturday at 5 p.m. EDT, the Philadelphia Flyers (37-32-11) will host the New Jersey Devils (38-37-5) in a game taking place in Philadelphia.

The Devils are projected to win according to the odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, with a -200 line in their favor, whereas the Flyers are seen as less likely to win with odds set at +165.

In New Jersey's last victory against Toronto, Timo Meier made an impact by scoring twice.

While Philadelphia has faced challenges within the Metropolitan Division, holding a 9-10-5 record, they have managed to secure a 3-0 lead in the season series against New Jersey.

Within the Metropolitan Division matchups, New Jersey holds an 11-11-2 record. Meier notably scored two goals during their 6-3 triumph over the Flyers in their last encounter.

Owen Tippett, with 28 goals and 25 assists, along with Travis Konecny, contributing 4 goals and 4 assists recently, stand out as Philadelphia's leading players.

For New Jersey, Jack Hughes, with 27 goals and 48 assists, and Jesper Bratt, contributing 5 goals and 10 assists recently, have been instrumental in their performances.

The Flyers have been underperforming of late, having only secured two wins in their previous 10 games, with an average of 2.5 goals per game and conceding an average of 4.2 goals.

Similarly, the Devils have had their own struggles, with a record of 4-5-1 in their last 10 games, averaging 3.4 goals per game while also giving up an average of 3.4 goals.

Philadelphia will be without Rasmus Ristolainen and Ryan

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