Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction

Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Game Analysis | 28-01-2026 | NHL

The Philadelphia Flyers (24-18-9) and Columbus Blue Jackets (24-20-7) are set to clash in a regular-season matchup on January 28, 2026, at 7:30 PM EST from Nationwide Arena in Columbus. This contest features two Eastern Conference teams vying for playoff positioning, both exhibiting inconsistent but competitive seasons thus far.

Philadelphia Flyers Team Performance

The Flyers enter this game with a 24-18-9 record, reflecting a team that has found ways to compete but struggles with sustained dominance. Their offense is largely driven by a few key contributors, and their recent form suggests a need for more depth scoring. Defensive consistency will be crucial against a Blue Jackets team that can capitalize on turnovers. The absence of key personnel due to injury could test their resilience.

Philadelphia Flyers Key Players

Points: Trevor Zegras (46)
Goals: Trevor Zegras (19)
Assists: Travis Konecny (28)

Injury Report Philadelphia Flyers

Dan Vladar (Injured reserve): Vladar (lower body) participated in Monday’s morning skate and is nearing a return to the lineup, Charlie O’Connor of PHLY Sports reports.
Rodrigo Abols (Injured reserve): Abols’ injury is a fractured right ankle, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports Wednesday.

Columbus Blue Jackets Team Performance

The Blue Jackets, with a 24-20-7 record, present a similar narrative of a team capable of flashes of brilliance but lacking consistent execution. Their strength often lies in their ability to generate offense from the blueline and leverage home-ice advantage. Without any significant injury concerns reported, Columbus will field a full complement of players, which could be a decisive factor in this tightly contested game.

Columbus Blue Jackets Key Players

Points: Zach Werenski (55)
Goals: Zach Werenski (19)
Assists: Zach Werenski (36)

Prediction: Philadelphia Flyers vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Considering the Blue Jackets’ home advantage and their healthier roster, particularly with defenseman Zach Werenski‘s exceptional offensive output (55 points, 19 goals, 36 assists), they hold a slight edge. The Flyers’ reliance on Trevor Zegras and Travis Konecny for offense, coupled with the absence of Rodrigo Abols and the uncertainty around goaltender Dan Vladar‘s status, creates a challenging scenario. Expect a defensively tight affair given both teams’ records and a cautious approach, leading to a final score that stays under 6.5 total goals.

Last 5 Games: PHI

Form:

LWLWL

VS vs New York

L 4-0

PTS 24-18-9

GOL Ersson

AST Tippett

VS @ Colorado

W 7-3

PTS 24-17-9

GOL Ersson

AST Tippett

VS @ Utah

L 5-4 OT

PTS 23-17-9

GOL Ersson

AST Dvorak

VS @ Vegas

W 2-1

PTS 23-17-8

GOL Ersson

AST Konecny

VS vs New York

L 6-3

PTS 22-17-8

GOL Ersson

AST Konecny

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
vs New York	L 4-0	24-18-9	Ersson	Tippett
@ Colorado	W 7-3	24-17-9	Ersson	Tippett
@ Utah	L 5-4 OT	23-17-9	Ersson	Dvorak
@ Vegas	W 2-1	23-17-8	Ersson	Konecny
vs New York	L 6-3	22-17-8	Ersson	Konecny

Last 5 Games: CBJ

Form:

WWLWW

VS vs Tampa Bay

W 8-5

PTS 24-20-7

GOL Greaves

AST Marchment

VS vs Dallas

W 1-0

PTS 23-20-7

GOL Greaves

AST Greaves

VS vs Ottawa

L 4-1

PTS 22-20-7

GOL Merzlikins

AST Jenner

VS @ Pittsburgh

W 4-3 SO

PTS 22-19-7

GOL Merzlikins

AST Merzlikins

VS vs Vancouver

W 4-1

PTS 21-19-7

GOL Merzlikins

AST Merzlikins

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
vs Tampa Bay	W 8-5	24-20-7	Greaves	Marchment
vs Dallas	W 1-0	23-20-7	Greaves	Greaves
vs Ottawa	L 4-1	22-20-7	Merzlikins	Jenner
@ Pittsburgh	W 4-3 SO	22-19-7	Merzlikins	Merzlikins
vs Vancouver	W 4-1	21-19-7	Merzlikins	Merzlikins

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