Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks, October 27, 2026

The Philadelphia Flyers and Columbus Blue Jackets are both starting fresh in this new season, and their matchup looks pretty even. The Flyers have a solid home advantage at Xfinity Mobile Arena, which can be a big boost. Both teams have players who shoot left and right, but the Flyers have more skaters on record, which might help their scoring chances. It's a close call, and either team could take this game. The most concrete risk is that both teams have had players who didn't make much of an impact, with 20 Flyers and 23 Blue Jackets not reaching ten games in their careers. Still, I believe the Flyers will pull through on their home ice. Betting on them to win feels like a fair shot.

Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Columbus Blue Jackets 3rd Period Moneyline (-118)

The Philadelphia Flyers have struggled lately, winning only 3 of their last 10 games. They do block a lot of shots and land plenty of hits, but that hasn't been enough to turn their season around. The Columbus Blue Jackets, on the other hand, have managed to win 4 of their last 10, so they seem to be finding a bit of form. Betting on the Blue Jackets to win the third period could be a smart move here. Both teams are pretty close in skill, and that's why this is a tricky bet. The Flyers' recent performance makes them unpredictable, so be aware that they could surprise.

Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Under 5.5 Total Goals (+100)

For this game, we need to see less than 5.5 goals scored between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Columbus Blue Jackets. Both teams have been struggling to find the net lately, and the Flyers have only won 3 of their last 10 games. They also block a lot of shots, which can keep the scoring low. The Blue Jackets have won just 4 of their last 10, so they aren't exactly lighting up the scoreboard either. With the total goals expected to be close to 5.8, this pick feels solid. However, keep in mind that the teams are closely matched, and sometimes a surprising offensive burst can happen.

Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Dan Vladar Over 24.5 Saves (+104)

Dan Vladar is likely to see a lot of action in the game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Flyers are blocking about 16.5 shots a game, which is higher than the league average, meaning Vladar could be busy keeping the puck out of the net. With both teams having similar win records recently, it shows they might be closely matched, adding to the chances of a lot of shots on goal. While Vladar's performance can be a bit up and down, the Flyers' physical play, landing nearly 24 hits a game, suggests that the game could be intense. This style often leads to more shots and saves needed. So, betting on him to make over 24.5 saves seems like a solid pick, but remember, a tight game could mean he faces fewer shots.

Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets: Zach Werenski Under 1.5 Points (-233)

Zach Werenski has been a solid player for the Columbus Blue Jackets, but he faces a tough matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers are known for their physical play, landing almost 24 hits a game. They also block more shots than most teams, which means opportunities for Werenski could be limited. With the Flyers winning three of their last ten games, they're motivated to keep up their defensive game. It's worth noting that the teams are closely matched in recent form, with the Blue Jackets winning four of their last ten. This means Werenski might not have as many chances to score points. Taking all this into account, betting on him to score under 1.5 points feels like a smart choice, but remember, there are no guarantees in sports.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.