Oilers vs. Flyers Prediction, Betting Pick: Can Matvei Michkov, Flyers Take Down Connor McDavid, Oilers?
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers prediction and betting pick for Tuesday's game between the two sides. Fresh off a trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, Edmonton is winless through three games this season. Can Connor McDavid and crew take down the Flyers?
Matt McCuen - October 15, 2024, 12:49 PM EDT
3 minOilers vs. Flyers Prediction, Betting Pick: Can Matvei Michkov, Flyers Take Down Connor McDavid, Oilers?
The Philadelphia Flyers meet the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday Night for a rematch of the 1987 Stanley Cup Finals.
The Flyers roll into this contest with a record of 1-1 on the young season.
John Tortorella's squad was one of hockey's most surprising teams last season, posting a record of 38-33-11.
While the Flyers came up short of the postseason, the season was encouraging for the Philadelphia faithful, especially since the Flyers have not reached the postseason since the 2019-2020 season, and the City is starving for success.
Philadelphia is viewed as a borderline playoff team entering the season with youngsters Matvei Michkov and Jett Luchanko joining a roster with the likes of Travis Konecny, Sean Couturier and Owen Tippett.
The Flyers picked up a thrilling 3-2 shootout win over the Vancouver Canucks to open the season.
The Calgary Flames defeated the Flyers 6-3 on Saturday night.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers Date, Time and Where To Watch
- Date: October 15, 2024
- Time: 10:00 PM ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers Odds
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Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers Prediction
Konecny leads the Flyers with two goals over the first two games and will need to have more production tonight if the Flyers are going to win. Bobby Brink is also off to a solid start, adding two assists.
Defenseman Cam York scored the tying goal in the third period in the Flyers win over the Canucks.
Edmonton limps into this game with a 0-3 record.
The Oilers reached the Stanley Cup Finals a season ago but fell short of their ultimate goal, losing the series to the Florida Panthers.
2024 is a crucial season for this Oilers franchise. Edmonton has enjoyed regular-season success but has not been able to get over the hump in the postseason.
The Oilers have reached the postseason in five consecutive seasons.
Tonight is a big game for the Oilers, who will look to avoid a disastrous 0-4 start. Edmonton has struggled on offense, scoring three goals over their first three games.
Leon Draisaitl has scored one of the three Oilers goals, and Connor McDavid has not scored a goal but has added a pair of assists.
Goalie Stuart Skinner is off to a shaky start with a GA/G of 9.64 over two games.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers Pick
- Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1 (-132) Click here for a complete look at all the latest Oilers vs. Flyers odds
As mentioned, tonight is a crucial game for the Oilers.
After a rough 0-3 start to the season, I expect a dominant performance from the Oilers on their home ice tonight.
The Flyers will be playing their third consecutive road game and are in a tough spot tonight against a hungry Oilers squad.
