In what could be a low-scoring affair at the United Center, two teams mired in losing streaks clash as the Philadelphia Flyers bring their playoff hopes on life support to face the already-eliminated Chicago Blackhawks.
Both squads enter Sunday's matchup ice-cold - the Flyers having dropped eight of their last nine while managing just 2.7 goals per game, and the Blackhawks riding a six-game skid with their offense equally anemic.
The Flyers (-152) look to salvage their slim postseason chances behind netminder Samuel Ersson as they visit a Blackhawks team that's struggled to find answers in front of struggling goalie Spencer Knight.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Philadelphia Flyers prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Chicago Blackhawks vs Philadelphia Flyers matchup, our predictive model gives the Flyers a 65% chance of defeating the Hawks.
Pre-game probabilities
Philadelphia Flyers
Moneyline
Win %
65%
35%
Chicago Blackhawks
Philadelphia Flyers: 65% win probability
- Better overall record (28 wins vs 20 wins)
- Superior goal production (196 goals scored vs 186 goals)
- Higher points total in standings (65 points vs 49 points)
Chicago Blackhawks: 35% win probability
- League-worst defensive record (250 goals against)
- Current five-game losing streak (LLLLL recent form)
- Lowest points total in Western Conference (47 points in 70 games)
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. Philadelphia Flyers preview
The struggling Flyers head to the United Center looking to snap their brutal three-game skid against an equally cold Blackhawks squad that's dropped six straight.
While both teams have been rough on offense lately, the Flyers still have a glimmer of playoff hope thanks to Travis Konecny's stellar 65-point campaign and rookie Matvei Michkov's impressive 20-goal showing.
Chicago's bright spot remains Connor Bedard, who's racked up 54 points despite the team's offensive woes, while Teuvo Teravainen's playmaking has resulted in 38 assists.
Between the pipes, Philly's Samuel Ersson has been a rare positive with two shutouts this season, though his recent form mirrors the team's broader struggles.
The back-to-back scheduling won't do either team any favors, especially with both squads ranking near the bottom in shots per game - Chicago's 24.3 average is dead last in the league.
The Flyers' penalty kill could be the difference-maker here, as they've managed to stay competitive despite their power play unit converting at a league-worst 14.1%.
With both teams missing key players - Ristolainen and Ellis for Philly, Dach and Brossiot for Chicago - this afternoon matchup might come down to which depleted roster can muster enough energy to push through.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Philadelphia Flyers form
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Philadelphia Flyers head to head
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50%
Philadelphia Flyers
50%
Nov 23, 2024
Philadelphia Flyers
3 : 2
Chicago Blackhawks
Mar 30, 2024
Philadelphia Flyers
1 : 5
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Feb 22, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
1 : 3
Philadelphia Flyers
Apr 14, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks
4 : 5
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Jan 20, 2023
Philadelphia Flyers
1 : 4
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Apr 26, 2022
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 1
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