Philadelphia Flyers (20-14-6) vs. Minnesota Wild (17-18-4)
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Minnesota Wild 1/12/24 – On Friday, the NHL regular season continues its exciting action as the Philadelphia Flyers face off against Minnesota Wild in an important contest that could alter both teams’ standings in the league. Expert NHL game tips guarantee an entertaining contest on ice and showcase the best of professional hockey.
The Philadelphia Flyers’ offense has been spectacular this season, due primarily to Travis Konecny’s impressive 21 goals and 15 assists over 40 games – an impactful presence who is providing Philadelphia with much-needed scoring punch. Joel Farabee and Sean Couturier provide invaluable depth and versatility as the other key pieces in their attack; together they present an unprecedented offensive force which will test the Minnesota Wild’s defensive resilience to contain Philadelphia’s scoring threats.
Minnesota Wild boast their own offensive stars in Matt Boldy and Mats Zuccarello; Boldy boasts 13 goals and 11 assists while Zuccarello contributes playmaking abilities that make him key components of their strategy. Joel Eriksson Ek is another key piece, serving as scoring prowess against Philadelphia Flyers defense which has proven reliable thus far but will surely be put through their paces by Minnesota’s varied approach to attacking.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Minnesota Wild 1/12/24 Game Info
| When: | Friday, January 12, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Xcel Energy Center |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | NHL.TV |
Goaltender Carter Hart vs. Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury
Carter Hart has been an invaluable component of Philadelphia Flyers defensive strategy this season. Appearing in 23 games while amassing an outstanding save percentage of 0.911, he has shown remarkable skill and consistency for them with 10 wins, 8 losses and three overtime losses among 595 saves this campaign; turning many close games around thanks to these key stops! His 653 shot-faced performances demonstrate not only reflexes but rather deep understanding of game play with strong positioning awareness and anticipation skills as well.
Marc-Andre Fleury of the Minnesota Wild brings both experience and agility to his game. Over 19 appearances this season, Fleury has registered 7 wins, 9 losses and two overtime losses with a goal-against average of 3.12 and save percentage of 0.892; although his numbers might seem modest compared to Hart, Fleury’s experience in high-pressure situations such as his facing 573 shots while making 473 saves is invaluable – not to mention a remarkable 0.8 shootout save percentage which saved 8 out of 10 shootout shots was particularly remarkable.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds:TBD
The betting odds and point spreads for this game are still to be determined. The Philadelphia Flyers’ strong record on the road and the Wild’s mixed form at home will be critical factors in setting the odds. Bettors should consider the recent performance trends of both teams and their head-to-head history when evaluating the odds.
Philadelphia Flyers Betting Trends
The Philadelphia Flyers have recently shown impressive form, earning a 3-2 record over their last five games and going 18-3 against the spread in away contests. Their offense has been essential, yet only one out of their last five totals went over, suggesting a balance between offense and defense.
Minnesota Wild Betting Trends
The Minnesota Wild have had an inconsistent recent stretch, going 1-3 in their last five games and posting an 11-7 record against the spread on their road trips compared to an overall 2-2 mark at home. Two out of their last four home totals went OVER which could indicate higher-scoring games at home.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Minnesota Wild 1/12/24 Betting Picks
Analyzing and considering both teams, the Flyers seem to hold an edge, especially with regards to their impressive record against the spread in road games. However, one should never discount Minnesota Wild’s potential for rebound at home games.
In terms of Premium top picks, this game could be closely contested, but the Flyers might be the safer bet. Prop bets on individual player performances, especially goal scorers like Konecny for the Flyers and Boldy for the Wild, could offer value. The over/under might lean towards a moderate scoreline, considering the recent trends.
Free Pick and Prediction: Philadelphia Flyers 3, Minnesota Wild 2.