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Colorado Avalanche vs. Philadelphia Flyers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 18, 2024

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Nov 18, 2024 8:10 AM
The Philadelphia Flyers, riding a three-game win streak, are set to take on the Colorado Avalanche at the Wells Fargo Center on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are evenly matched, with identical 18-point totals in the NHL standings. The Flyers will look to extend their winning ways on their home ice, where they hold a 4-4-0 record.
Colorado Avalanche
Philadelphia Flyers

Avalanche vs Flyers statistics

Stat Avalanche Flyers
Goals For per Game 3.39 2.83
Goals Against per Game 3.78 3.50
Shots per Game 30.2 27.0
Shots Against per Game 25.1 28.5
Power Play Goals 18 11
Power Play Goals Against 13 8
Short Handed Goals 1 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 140 197
Power Play Percentage 31.0 18.6
Penalty Kill Percentage 71.7 87.1

Philadelphia Flyers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/16/24 vs Buffalo Sabres W 5-2
11/14/24 @ Ottawa Senators W 5-4 OT
11/11/24 vs San Jose Sharks W 4-3 SO
11/9/24 @ Florida Panthers L 4-3 SO
11/7/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning W 2-1 SO

Colorado Avalanche recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/15/24 vs Washington Capitals L 5-2
11/13/24 vs Los Angeles Kings W 4-2
11/11/24 vs Nashville Predators W 3-2 OT
11/9/24 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 6-4
11/7/24 @ Winnipeg Jets L 1-0

Avalanche vs Flyers predictions

As the Colorado Avalanche gear up to face the Philadelphia Flyers, all eyes are on Mikko Rantanen and Nathan MacKinnon. Rantanen, with an impressive tally of 12 goals so far, is poised to capitalize on the Flyers' defenses. His ability to find the net has been nothing short of remarkable this season. Meanwhile, MacKinnon, dishing out 26 assists, appears ready to orchestrate the play and potentially dominate the ice. His playmaking skills could be the key in unlocking the Flyers’ defensive setup. The duo's synergy on ice is something the Avalanche will heavily rely on in this matchup.

On the flip side, the Philadelphia Flyers have their own arsenal prepped, notably Travis Konecny, who has been a standout with 11 goals and 11 assists. Despite being listed as day-to-day with an injury, if Konecny hits the ice, the dynamics could shift significantly. His ability to perform under pressure will be crucial, especially against a balanced team like the Avalanche. The Flyers will also need to intensify their defensive game to counteract the high-powered offense of the Avalanche, making every play count in front of their home crowd.

Bearing in mind the current form and statistics, this game promises some intense NHL action. The Colorado Avalanche seems slightly favored due to their balanced attack and solid performances from key players like Rantanen and MacKinnon. Unless the Flyers can exploit any chinks in the Avalanche's armor, especially if Konecny is healthy and at his best, it looks like the Avalanche might just skate away with a win. But as every hockey fan knows, the game can swing either way until the last buzzer! What’s your take?

Philadelphia Flyers injuries

  • Samuel Ersson (G): Injured Reserve
  • Emil Andrae (D): Day-To-Day
  • Sean Couturier (C): Day-To-Day
  • Aleksei Kolosov (G): Day-To-Day
  • Jamie Drysdale (D): Injured Reserve

Colorado Avalanche injuries

  • Alexandar Georgiev (G): Injured Reserve
  • Valeri Nichushkin (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Miles Wood (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Jonathan Drouin (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Gabriel Landeskog (LW): Injured Reserve

Avalanche vs Flyers game info

Type Info
Venue Wells Fargo Center
Location Philadelphia, PA
Puck drop Mon 7:00 PM
TV NBC Sports Phil +

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