NHL Forecast: Philadelphia Flyers vs Anaheim Ducks
Philadelphia Flyers
Anaheim DucksPhiladelphia hosts Anaheim at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 24, with a 13:00 local start. The Flyers sit 15th in the Eastern Conference on 9 points, nine behind Carolina. Their immediate challenge is to extend a recovery after a poor start; the Ducks arrive seeking to end a five-game losing run.
Philadelphia: better defending drives the recovery
Recent form and scoring balance
The Flyers have won three straight, scoring 9 goals and conceding 4 during that stretch. Across their last five games, the balance is 12 scored and 9 allowed. At home, they have two wins from three with an 8–6 goal difference; away, one win and one defeat with a 4–3 balance. Those results contrast with their season totals of 20 goals for and 37 against in 12 games.
Strengths, weaknesses and preparation
Three details define the improvement: Philadelphia scored exactly 3 in each recent victory, allowed only 1 twice, and won consecutive home games. The weakness is a lack of shutouts across the five-game sample. After playing in Buffalo on October 21, the Flyers have two clear days before this fixture and a return trip home rather than another road stop.
Availability and lineup questions
Nikita Grebenkin, Cam York and Owen Tippett are unavailable. Travis Konecny is eligible to leave injured reserve but has no confirmed return; Sean Couturier and Tyson Foerster are also uncertain. Rasmus Ristolainen has skated separately, which does not confirm match readiness. Alex Bump, Cole Knuble and Hunter McDonald have been recalled; Helge Grans and Jack Studnicka were reassigned.
- Buffalo Sabresaway3:1
- Colorado Avalanchehome3:2
- Ottawa Senatorshome3:1
- Detroit Red Wingsaway1:2
- Seattle Krakenhome2:3
Anaheim: road losses expose both ends
Five defeats and limited production
Anaheim has scored 9 and conceded 20 over five losses. The three latest games, all away, produced a 5–12 balance. The Ducks scored twice in four consecutive outings before managing only 1 against New Jersey. Their defensive floor is the larger concern: they allowed at least 3 every time, including 4 or more in four games.
Travel and turnaround
This is Anaheim's fourth road game since October 19, following visits to the Rangers, Islanders and Devils. The schedule includes a back-to-back on October 19–20 and only one clear day after the New Jersey game. Philadelphia has the longer preparation window.
Absences across the roster
Pavel Mintyukov, Ryan Poehling, Cutter Gauthier, Ian Moore and Troy Terry are unavailable; Travis Mitchell has returned to San Diego. Roger McQueen was recalled for an NHL debut. Drew Helleson has rejoined team skating, with a return targeted during the trip rather than confirmed here. Joel Quenneville said Gauthier and Poehling would be assessed after returning to Anaheim.
- New Jersey Devilsaway1:4
- New York Islandersaway2:3
- New York Rangersaway2:5
- Boston Bruinshome2:4
- Calgary Flameshome2:4
Previous meetings favour the Flyers
Philadelphia has won 7 of the last 10 meetings and the five most recent listed encounters. The eight detailed games contain 54 goals, an average of 6.75; five exceeded 5.5. That scoring history differs from the Flyers' current five-game sample, in which no game exceeded 5 total goals. Past meetings therefore describe a higher-scoring matchup than Philadelphia's latest results.
- 19.03.2026Anaheim Ducks2:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 07.01.2026Philadelphia Flyers5:2Anaheim DucksNHL
- 12.01.2025Philadelphia Flyers6:0Anaheim DucksNHL
- 28.12.2024Anaheim Ducks1:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 11.11.2023Anaheim Ducks3:6Philadelphia FlyersNHL
Accountability remains the message in Philadelphia
Rick Tocchet criticised the team's inconsistency and demanded contributions throughout the lineup. Trevor Zegras publicly backed him and urged players to take responsibility. Elliotte Friedman reported that management was not considering a coaching change.
Our Pick
Philadelphia enters this game with three consecutive wins, including a 3:1 victory away to Buffalo in the latest round. Across that run, the Flyers scored 9 goals and conceded 4, while their five-match record stands at 12 goals for and 9 against. Anaheim arrives after five straight defeats, allowing 20 goals and scoring only 9; the last three road losses produced a 5:12 balance.
Our pick is Handicap 1 (0) 1.77. Philadelphia has the stronger current trend and the more favorable matchup history: seven wins in the last eight meetings and seven victories across the last ten. Anaheim’s lineup is weakened by the absences of Troy Terry, Pavel Mintyukov, Cutter Gauthier, Ryan Poehling and Ian Moore, according to media reports. Philadelphia also has injuries, including Owen Tippett and Nikita Grebеnkin, but the Flyers’ recent results show they are coping more effectively. Projected score: Philadelphia Flyers 4:2 Anaheim Ducks.
Final Verdict
Handicap 1 (0) 1.77 is the preferred play. Philadelphia combines home advantage, three straight wins and a clear head-to-head edge, while Anaheim’s five-game losing streak and depleted roster make an away victory difficult to justify.
FAQ
When does Philadelphia Flyers — Anaheim Ducks kick off?
The match starts on 24.10.2026 at 13:00 (New York), Xfinity Mobile Arena (Philadelphia).
What is the prediction for Philadelphia Flyers — Anaheim Ducks?
Our pick is Handicap 1 (0) at 1.77.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Philadelphia Flyers win — 42%, draw — 23%, Anaheim Ducks win — 35%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Buffalo Sabresaway3:1
- Colorado Avalanchehome3:2
- Ottawa Senatorshome3:1
- Detroit Red Wingsaway1:2
- Seattle Krakenhome2:3
- New Jersey Devilsaway1:4
- New York Islandersaway2:3
- New York Rangersaway2:5
- Boston Bruinshome2:4
- Calgary Flameshome2:4
Standings · Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Pittsburgh Penguins | 11 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 37:38 | 9 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Flyers | 12 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 20:37 | 9 |
| 16 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 8 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 20:29 | 6 |
Head-to-head
- 19.03.2026Anaheim Ducks2:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 07.01.2026Philadelphia Flyers5:2Anaheim DucksNHL
- 12.01.2025Philadelphia Flyers6:0Anaheim DucksNHL
- 28.12.2024Anaheim Ducks1:3Philadelphia FlyersNHL
- 11.11.2023Anaheim Ducks3:6Philadelphia FlyersNHL
About the match
- 24 October · 13:00 New York
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena (Philadelphia)
Odds
Odds updated 23.10 19:10
Market gives the hosts a modest edge
The regulation-time market makes Philadelphia the favourite, but without a majority probability. Over the last 24 hours, support has strengthened for both the home win and the draw while weakening for Anaheim. Over 5.5 retains the larger share of the totals market, although its price has drifted; Under has shortened, indicating stronger market support for that outcome. BTTS sentiment is unchanged. The recent scoring samples pull in different directions: Philadelphia's games have stayed lower-scoring, while Anaheim's concessions have lifted its totals.
Our prediction
- Market
- Handicap 1 (0)
- Current odds
- 1.77
- Odds at prediction
- 1.75
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 57%
- Market estimate
- 54%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 1.75
- Potential win
- 75 $
- Status
- pending
