Flyers vs. Devils prediction favors New Jersey to win Thursday's NHL matchup [10/1/2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Flyers and Devils, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Devils a 56.7% chance of beating the Flyers. According to our model, the Flyers (+1.5) have a 66.0% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51.6% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Flyers +1.5 (-175) / Devils -1.5 (+154)
• Moneyline: Flyers +150, Devils -164
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-120/+104)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Flyers +1.5 @ -175 via ESPN BET
• Moneyline: Flyers @ +150 via FanDuel
• Total: Under 5.5 @ +104 via BetRivers

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Flyers to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Flyers vs. Devils player props

Who will score a goal in Flyers vs. Devils?

According to our model, Jack Hughes is most likely to score an anytime goal in Flyers vs. Devils.

Our projections give Hughes a 32.7% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 6.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Philadelphia Flyers

• Porter Martone: 27.2% probability
• Tyson Foerster: 25.0% probability
• Travis Konecny: 24.7% probability
• Owen Tippett: 24.2% probability
• Trevor Zegras: 21.8% probability

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 32.7% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 30.1% probability
• Nico Hischier: 29.1% probability
• Timo Meier: 25.9% probability
• Jesper Bratt: 22.6% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Philadelphia Flyers

• Porter Martone: 5.6% probability
• Travis Konecny: 5.0% probability
• Tyson Foerster: 5.0% probability
• Owen Tippett: 4.8% probability
• Trevor Zegras: 4.7% probability

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 6.5% probability
• Nico Hischier: 6.3% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 6.2% probability
• Timo Meier: 5.4% probability
• Luke Evangelista: 4.3% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Thursday's action between the Devils and Flyers at Prudential Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Philadelphia Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils
• Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Prudential Center

Conclusion

We predict the Devils, with a 56.7% win probability, will likely beat the Flyers in Thursday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.