- Matchup: Chicago Blackhawks vs Philadelphia Flyers
- Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia
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On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers (34-23-12) will face off against the Chicago Blackhawks (26-31-13) at the Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Recently, the Chicago Blackhawks suffered a 3-2 defeat to the Predators, showcasing a lackluster offensive effort. They managed to score on only 2 of the 28 shots directed at the net and failed to convert on 3 power play opportunities. Additionally, Chicago committed 6 penalty minutes during the match.
For the current season, the Chicago Blackhawks have accumulated 180 goals, placing them 30th in the league, while allowing 220 goals against them. They currently have 65 points, resulting in a points percentage of .464. The Blackhawks have had 202 power play chances, converting 37 for an 18.32% success rate. At even strength, they have conceded 187 goals while netting 143. Chicago’s shooting percentage stands at 10.5% from a total of 1,707 shots. Defensively, they have faced 2,084 shots with a save percentage of .894. Their opponents have been awarded 211 power play opportunities, ranking 11th in the league, scoring 33 times in those scenarios.
In goal for this matchup will be Spencer Knight, who has allowed 375 goals throughout his professional career. His average goals against is 2.84 per game, with 142 games logged and a save percentage of .906 over 5,153 minutes. Knight owns a career record of 67-52-19 and has made 70 quality starts, achieving a quality start percentage of .530. He has faced 3,969 shots, making 3,594 saves.
In their prior game, the Philadelphia Flyers secured a convincing 4-1 victory over the Sharks, converting 1 of 5 power play opportunities, while shooting 28 times, resulting in 4 goals.
This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have registered 193 goals for a total of 80 points, achieving a points percentage of .580. They have allowed 207 goals, comprised of 160 at even strength and 47 while shorthanded. On the power play, they’ve scored 30 goals from 202 opportunities, boasting a conversion rate of 14.85%. With 1,736 shots taken, they rank 30th in professional hockey, achieving a shooting percentage of 11.12%. Defensively, they’ve allowed 1,782 shots and have a penalty kill rate of 77.93% against 213 opportunities, with a save percentage of 88.4%.
In goal for Philadelphia, Daniel Vladar is expected to take the ice. He has made 3,497 saves out of 3,893 shots faced, yielding a save percentage of .898. Vladar has a professional record of 72-45-23 and has played in 148 games, starting 137, with a total of 5,669 minutes played. His quality start percentage is 57.7%, with 79 quality starts in his career. Opponents are averaging 2.89 goals against him, contributing to a total of 396 goals allowed.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL faceoff against the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Back Chicago
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