The Vegas Golden Knights (25-9-3) will look to bounce back from their recent streak-ending loss as they welcome the Philadelphia Flyers (17-17-4) to T-Mobile Arena for an intriguing cross-conference matchup on Thursday night.
The defending champions have been nearly unstoppable lately, winning 10 of their last 12 games despite a surprising 3-2 setback against Montreal that snapped their six-game winning streak.
The Flyers enter this contest with momentum of their own, having won three of their last five games including an impressive 4-0 shutout victory over the San Jose Sharks.
This meeting marks the second and final regular-season clash between these teams, with Vegas having claimed a thrilling 5-4 shootout victory in their November encounter in Philadelphia.
The contrast in defensive performances could prove decisive, as Vegas boasts the NHL's seventh-best defense allowing just 2.73 goals per game, while Philadelphia has struggled defensively, ranking 29th while conceding 3.53 goals per contest.
With Travis Konecny leading Philadelphia's offense with 42 points and the Golden Knights showcasing their fourth-ranked scoring attack, fans can expect an entertaining battle between two teams with distinctly different playing styles.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Philadelphia Flyers: who will win?
For tonight's Vegas Golden Knights vs Philadelphia Flyers matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 59.67% chance of defeating the Flyers.
Vegas Golden Knights: 59.67% win probability
- Pacific Division leaders (53 points in 37 games)
- Strong goal differential (+29: 131 GF vs 102 GA)
- Excellent recent form (LWWWW in last 5 games)
Philadelphia Flyers: 40.33% win probability
- Poor defensive record (136 goals against, 10th worst in league)
- Inconsistent performance (17-17 win-loss record)
- Negative goal differential (-17: 119 GF vs 136 GA)
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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Philadelphia Flyers odds
| Vegas Golden Knights | Philadelphia Flyers | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -200 (via bet365 US) | +170 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Vegas Golden Knights have won 25 out of 37 matches this season.
- 2The Philadelphia Flyers have won 17 out of 38 matches this season.
- 3With 53 points, the Vegas Golden Knights holds the 2nd position in the league standings.
- 4Philadelphia Flyers's 38 points place them 10th in the rankings.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Philadelphia Flyers form
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Philadelphia Flyers head to head
Vegas Golden Knights
67%
Philadelphia Flyers
33%
Nov 26, 2024
Philadelphia Flyers
4 : 5
Vegas Golden Knights
Nov 18, 2023
Philadelphia Flyers
4 : 3
Vegas Golden Knights
Oct 25, 2023
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 2
Philadelphia Flyers
Mar 14, 2023
Philadelphia Flyers
3 : 5
Vegas Golden Knights
Dec 10, 2022
Vegas Golden Knights
2 : 1
Philadelphia Flyers
Mar 9, 2022
Philadelphia Flyers
2 : 1
Vegas Golden Knights
