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Rangers vs. Flyers prediction: Why Philadelphia is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/17/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get NY Rangers vs Philadelphia Flyers predictions for NHL Saturday.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 1:00 PM ET as the NY Rangers lock horns with the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Flyers as the most likely winner of the Rangers vs. Flyers game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Rangers vs. Flyers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Rangers and Flyers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Flyers a 55% chance of beating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Rangers vs. Flyers odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rangers | Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-200) | -1.5 (+172) |
| Moneyline | +124 | -140 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rangers vs. Flyers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Rangers +1.5 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Rangers | +124 |
| Total | Under 6 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Rangers vs. Flyers player props
Who will score a goal in Rangers vs. Flyers?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Rangers vs. Flyers.
Our projections give Panarin a 36.7% chance of scoring a goal at Xfinity Mobile Arena, while the star is a 7.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 36.7% |
| J.T. Miller | 28.8% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 28.8% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 25.7% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 20.7% |
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Trevor Zegras | 30.6% |
| Travis Konecny | 30.4% |
| Owen Tippett | 30.3% |
| Matvei Michkov | 29.3% |
| Carl Grundstrom | 23.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 7.5% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 5.9% |
| J.T. Miller | 5.8% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 5.0% |
| Alexis Lafreniere | 3.9% |
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Trevor Zegras | 6.2% |
| Matvei Michkov | 6.2% |
| Owen Tippett | 6.2% |
| Travis Konecny | 6.1% |
| Carl Grundstrom | 3.9% |
Rangers vs. Flyers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Flyers and Rangers at Xfinity Mobile Arena is scheduled to commence at 1:00 PM ET.
- Who: NY Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Flyers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rangers vs. Flyers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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