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Montreal Canadiens vs. Philadelphia Flyers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 27, 2025

Updated on:
Mar 27, 2025 8:20 PM
The Philadelphia Flyers aim to snap their losing streak as they host the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 PM at the Wells Fargo Center. The Flyers will need to regroup after a tough stretch, facing off against a Canadiens team that leads the season series 1-0. Can the Flyers get back on track on home ice against their Atlantic Division foes?
Montreal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers

Current Odds

MTL
PHI
Over
6.5
-143
Under
6.5
+154
MTL
+1.5
-156
PHI
-1.5
+145
MTL
ML
+380
PHI
ML
-425

Canadiens vs Flyers statistics

Stat Canadiens Flyers
Goals For per Game 2.99 2.70
Goals Against Average 3.30 3.44
Shots per Game 26.2 27.0
Shots Against per Game 29.1 26.6
Power Play Goals 44 26
Power Play Goals Against 43 41
Short Handed Goals 8 3
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 652 548
Power Play Percentage 21.3 13.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.5 77.3

Philadelphia Flyers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/25/25 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 7-2
3/23/25 @ Chicago Blackhawks L 7-4
3/22/25 @ Dallas Stars L 3-2 OT
3/20/25 @ Washington Capitals L 3-2
3/17/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 2-0

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/25/25 @ St. Louis Blues L 6-1
3/22/25 vs Colorado Avalanche L 5-4 SO
3/20/25 @ New York Islanders L 4-3 OT
3/18/25 vs Ottawa Senators W 6-3
3/15/25 vs Florida Panthers W 3-1

Philadelphia Flyers injuries

  • Garnet Hathaway (RW): Out
  • Rasmus Ristolainen (D): Out

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Kaiden Guhle (D): Out
  • Rafael Harvey-Pinard (LW): Out

Canadiens vs Flyers game info

Type Info
Venue Wells Fargo Center
Location Philadelphia, PA
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Canadiens vs Flyers predictions

As the Montreal Canadiens gear up to face off against the Philadelphia Flyers, all eyes will be on their standout performers. Cole Caufield, with his impressive 33 goals already this season, seems poised to add a few more to his tally. You get the sense that when he's on the ice, anything can happen. Alongside him, Nick Suzuki, the playmaking wizard, has been nothing short of sensational with 51 assists. His chemistry with Caldwell makes this duo a force to be reckoned with in the Atlantic Division. The Canadiens will be relying on their explosive offensive talents to maintain their lead in the regular-season series. The buzz is all about whether they can repeat their earlier triumph over Philly. What do you think—does Suzuki’s finesse give them the edge?

On the other side, the Philadelphia Flyers are not to be underestimated, especially on their home turf at the Wells Fargo Center. Their go-to guy, Travis Konecny, has been the bright spark in an otherwise tough season, racking up 24 goals and 44 assists. His knack for finding the back of the net or setting up a play gives Philly a fighting chance in any matchup. You can almost hear the crowd on their feet already, cheering for a turnaround to their losing streak. Konecny’s performance is crucial if they want to spoil the Canadiens' run—he's got the guts and the grit to do it, doesn’t he?

When it comes down to predicting a winner, it feels like a coin flip. Both teams have their strengths and vulnerabilities. The Canadiens have the advantage in the season series and, with players like Caufield and Suzuki firing on all cylinders, they might just have the momentum. But the Flyers, desperate to break their losing streak and buoyed by their home advantage, have all the motivation they need. It’s going to be a tight contest, filled with nail-biting excitement. My hunch? The Canadiens might just edge it out, fueled by their dynamic offense, but don't count out a Philadelphia surprise. After all, in hockey, anything can happen, right?

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