Philadelphia Flyers vs Utah Mammoth Prediction | NHL 21.01.26
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Philadelphia Flyers vs Utah Mammoth Game Analysis | 21-01-2026 | NHL
This regular-season matchup on January 21, 2026, at 9:00 PM in Salt Lake City’s Delta Center pits the Philadelphia Flyers (23-17-8) against the Utah Mammoth (25-20-4). Both teams are vying for crucial points, with the Mammoth holding a slight edge in the standings, promising a competitive contest.
Philadelphia Flyers Team Performance
The Flyers enter this game as a middle-of-the-pack team, demonstrating flashes of brilliance but struggling with consistency, as evidenced by their 23-17-8 record. Their offense, spearheaded by Trevor Zegras, has shown capability, but defensive lapses and goaltending consistency have been areas of concern. The Flyers possess a blend of gritty veterans and emerging talent, making them unpredictable.
Philadelphia Flyers Key Players
- Points: Trevor Zegras (44)
- Goals: Trevor Zegras (19)
- Assists: Travis Konecny (26)
Injury Report Philadelphia Flyers
- Rodrigo Abols (Injured reserve): Abols (lower body) is expected to be sidelined for “months” according to head coach Rick Tocchet, but could still return this season, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports Tuesday.
- Rasmus Ristolainen (Injured reserve): Ristolainen (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.
Utah Mammoth Team Performance
The Utah Mammoth, with a stronger 25-20-4 record, have established themselves as a more formidable opponent this season. Their success is largely built on a potent offensive attack, with key players consistently contributing. They demonstrate resilience and a structured approach, making them a tough team to beat, especially on home ice.
Utah Mammoth Key Players
- Points: Clayton Keller (46)
- Goals: Dylan Guenther (23)
- Assists: Clayton Keller (33)
Prediction: Philadelphia Flyers vs Utah Mammoth
Considering the Mammoth’s superior record, home-ice advantage, and the Flyers’ significant injuries to Rodrigo Abols and Rasmus Ristolainen impacting both forward depth and defensive stability, the Utah Mammoth are predicted to win this encounter. Given both teams’ capable goaltending and the tight nature of recent matchups, the total goals are predicted to be under 5.5.
Last 5 Games: PHI
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Vegas | W 2-1 | 23-17-8 | Ersson | Konecny |
| vs New York | L 6-3 | 22-17-8 | Ersson | Konecny |
| @ Pittsburgh | L 6-3 | 22-16-8 | Kolosov | Barkey |
| @ Buffalo | L 5-2 | 22-15-8 | Ersson | Tippett |
| vs Tampa Bay | L 5-1 | 22-14-8 | Vladar | Dvorak |
Last 5 Games: UTA
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Seattle | W 6-3 | 25-20-4 | Vejmelka | Schmidt |
| vs Dallas | W 2-1 | 24-20-4 | Vejmelka | Vejmelka |
| vs Toronto | W 6-1 | 23-20-4 | Vejmelka | Guenther |
| vs Columbus | L 3-2 OT | 22-20-4 | Vanecek | Keller |
| vs St. Louis | W 4-2 | 22-20-3 | Vejmelka | Schmaltz |
Written by Matt Dorsey
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