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Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets : Under 9.5 Total Goals (-1667)
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Coming into this game, both the Philadelphia Flyers and Columbus Blue Jackets have been defensively sound, with their recent games seldom turning into high-scoring affairs. The Flyers, in their last five home games, have averaged just 0.4 goals, while the Blue Jackets have mirrored them on the road, netting a mere 0.2 goals per game. Looking at the other end of the ice, goal prevention has been key for both teams, with the Flyers allowing an average of 2.2 goals at home, and the Blue Jackets keeping it tighter on the road, conceding only 2.0 goals on average. Given the recent form and a history of low-scoring games between these two, we could be in for a game where defense trumps offense. So, betting on 'Under 9.5' in the 'Alternate Totals' market might just be the smart move for this particular match-up.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets : Philadelphia Flyers +3.5 (-1667)
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It's easy to see why the Philadelphia Flyers are the favorites here, despite a shaky run on their home ice with a 1-4 home record in their last five. While the Flyers' scoring has been less than stellar, averaging just 0.4 goals per game, they've been facing an onslaught of shots, averaging 26.4 against them. On the other hand, the Columbus Blue Jackets, despite a slightly better recent road record of 2-3, have struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, with a dismal average of 0.2 goals per game. Given the Blue Jackets' inability to find the back of the net and the Flyers' desperate need to defend their home ice, the smart money is on Philadelphia to rise to the occasion and cover the 3.5 spread.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets : Columbus Blue Jackets +3.5 (-1667)
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As we gear up for the Philadelphia Flyers squaring off against the Columbus Blue Jackets, it's hard not to notice the firepower the Jackets have brought to their recent games. With an overall record of 3-2 in their last five, they've been outpacing the Flyers, who've been struggling with a 2-3 record. The Flyers have had particular difficulty defending their home turf, with a disheartening 1-4 home record. The Blue Jackets have been capitalizing on this type of weakness, outscoring their adversaries with an average of 0.8 goals per game. The Flyers, on the other hand, have only managed an average of 0.4. Additionally, the Flyers are letting more shots slip through with an average of 2.2 goals against, versus the Blue Jackets' tighter 2.0. Considering these trends, the Columbus Blue Jackets and their 3.5 spread seem like a good bet for Tuesday's showdown.