NHL Match Prediction: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers
Columbus Blue Jackets
Philadelphia FlyersColumbus host Philadelphia at Nationwide Arena on November 14 at 19:00, with both teams at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. The Blue Jackets have 14 points from 17 games; the Flyers have 16 from 21.
Columbus: scoring has stalled
Recent form and home results
The Blue Jackets have lost three straight after two wins. Seven goals came against Colorado, while the latest two home defeats produced just one goal apiece, against Florida and Tampa Bay.
Strengths and weaknesses
- Columbus scored in all five recent games.
- Over the season, Columbus have scored 42 and allowed 54.
Personnel and preparation
They last played at home on November 12.
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome1:3
- Florida Panthershome1:4
- Buffalo Sabresaway2:5
- Dallas Starshome2:1
- Colorado Avalanchehome7:2
Philadelphia: road scoring without enough wins
Five-game trajectory
The Flyers have one win and four losses in their last five. Their last four fixtures were away: defeats to the Rangers, Calgary and Edmonton surrounded a win in Vancouver. They scored either two or three goals in every game of this stretch.
Attacking floor and defensive cost
- Philadelphia scored in all five recent fixtures, yet conceded at least three goals in four of them.
- The four away games yielded 10 goals for and 11 against, a narrow deficit despite three defeats.
- The season total of 47 goals for and 69 against leaves a goal difference of minus 22, compared with Columbus's minus 12.
Availability and travel
Nikolai Grebenkin is ruled out through injury, while Noel Acciari is doubtful. No confirmed lines, starting goalie, save percentage or special-teams rates are available. Philadelphia last played in Edmonton on November 11: they have an extra day between games, but must travel from western Canada to Ohio after a sequence that included Calgary and Vancouver.
- Edmonton Oilersaway2:3
- Vancouver Canucksaway3:1
- Calgary Flamesaway3:4
- New York Rangersaway2:3
- Minnesota Wildhome2:4
Recent meetings favour Columbus
Columbus lead the 15 meetings over five years by nine wins to six and have won the latest six. The most recent encounter, on October 27, ended 4–3 in Philadelphia. Across the eight listed meetings, the teams combined for 51 goals, an average of 6.38; four finished above 5.5 goals and four below. The winning sequence is clearer than the totals pattern.
- 27.10.2026Philadelphia Flyers3:4Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 24.03.2026Philadelphia Flyers2:3Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 14.03.2026Philadelphia Flyers1:2Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 29.01.2026Columbus Blue Jackets5:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 15.04.2025Philadelphia Flyers0:3Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
Michkov rumours rejected
Philadelphia's coach dismissed rumours of Matvei Michkov leaving as untrue on November 1; no match-specific expert opinion is supplied.
Our first-period pick
Our bet is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.39. Columbus scored only four goals across their three consecutive defeats; Philadelphia have lost four of five. That favours backing at least one attack to remain scoreless before the first intermission rather than choosing a winner. Columbus’ six straight wins in this matchup do not establish a first-period scoring pattern.
Philadelphia will be without Nikolai Grebenkin through injury, while Noel Acciari is doubtful. Confirmed lineups and starting goaltenders are unavailable. There is no period-by-period scoring record here, so this is a cautious selection, not a proven opening-period trend. Both clubs scored and conceded in all five recent games, but full-game results allow far more time for an exchange of goals. A plausible first-intermission score is 1–0 to Columbus.
Final call
Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.39 is our selection: it requires just one side to draw an opening-period blank, not a low-scoring game throughout.
FAQ
When does Columbus Blue Jackets — Philadelphia Flyers kick off?
The match starts on 14.11.2026 at 19:00 (New York), Nationwide Arena (Columbus).
What is the prediction for Columbus Blue Jackets — Philadelphia Flyers?
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No at 1.39.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Columbus Blue Jackets win — 43%, draw — 23%, Philadelphia Flyers win — 34%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome1:3
- Florida Panthershome1:4
- Buffalo Sabresaway2:5
- Dallas Starshome2:1
- Colorado Avalanchehome7:2
- Edmonton Oilersaway2:3
- Vancouver Canucksaway3:1
- Calgary Flamesaway3:4
- New York Rangersaway2:3
- Minnesota Wildhome2:4
Standings · Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Pittsburgh Penguins | 19 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 61:67 | 16 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Flyers | 21 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 47:69 | 16 |
| 16 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 17 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 42:54 | 14 |
Head-to-head
- 27.10.2026Philadelphia Flyers3:4Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 24.03.2026Philadelphia Flyers2:3Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 14.03.2026Philadelphia Flyers1:2Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
- 29.01.2026Columbus Blue Jackets5:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 15.04.2025Philadelphia Flyers0:3Columbus Blue JacketsNHL
About the match
- 14 November · 19:00 New York
- Venue: Nationwide Arena (Columbus)
Odds
Odds updated 13.11 19:10
A modest home lean, with support shifting away
In regulation-time 1X2, Columbus remain favourites at a margin-free probability of 43.4%, against Philadelphia's 33.5% and a 23% draw chance. The home price has lengthened over 24 hours while the away price has shortened: support has moved towards the Flyers without making them favourites.
Over 5.5 goals has a slight market edge at 51.9%, but the line has moved towards Under. That reflects a close totals assessment rather than a strong high-scoring expectation. BTTS (both teams to score) stands at 87.9% and is unchanged, although the opposing outcome has shortened.
Our prediction
- Market
- Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No
- Current odds
- 1.39
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 66%
- Market estimate
- 66%
- Status
- pending
The bet will be placed 1–3 hours before the match
