Philadelphia Flyers vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction | NHL 19.01.26
Last Updated: Jan 21, 2026 3:11 PM
Monday, 19 Jan 2026
VGK -218
Philadelphia Flyers
L
L
L
L
L
22-17-8
VS
8:00 PM
Vegas Golden Knights
W
W
W
W
W
24-11-12
Game Winner
Vegas Golden Knights
Total Points
Under
6.5
Detailed Analysis
Philadelphia Flyers vs Vegas Golden Knights Game Analysis | 19-01-2026 | NHL
This regular-season matchup on January 19, 2026, pits the Philadelphia Flyers (22-17-8) against the Vegas Golden Knights (24-11-12) at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas. Scheduled for 8:00 PM EST, this game features two teams with differing recent trajectories and roster health. The Flyers arrive looking to stabilize their season amidst significant injury concerns, while the Golden Knights aim to capitalize on home ice and their superior record to solidify their standing in the Western Conference.
Philadelphia Flyers Team Performance
The Philadelphia Flyers enter this contest with a respectable, though inconsistent, 22-17-8 record. Their recent form has been hampered by a lack of depth and significant injuries, particularly on the backend and among their forwards. While they have shown flashes of resilience, maintaining a consistent defensive structure has been challenging. Their offense relies heavily on a few key contributors, which becomes a vulnerability when facing disciplined opponents. The Flyers’ ability to generate sustained pressure and convert on power plays will be critical, especially given the current state of their roster.
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) was placed on injured reserve Sunday.
- Rasmus Ristolainen (Injured reserve): Ristolainen (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.
- Bobby Brink (Injured reserve): Brink (upper body) will sit out his sixth consecutive game Saturday versus the Rangers, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Vegas Golden Knights Team Performance
The Vegas Golden Knights boast a strong 24-11-12 record, indicative of a team performing at a high level. Their balanced attack and robust defensive system make them a formidable opponent, especially at home. Vegas excels at controlling puck possession and generating high-danger scoring chances, often overwhelming teams with their speed and skill. Their goaltending tandem has been consistently strong, providing a solid foundation. The Golden Knights’ ability to roll four lines effectively and their physical play will be key factors in dictating the pace and outcome of this game.
Vegas Golden Knights Key Players
- Points: Jack Eichel (56)
- Goals: Pavel Dorofeyev (20)
- Assists: Jack Eichel (39)
Prediction: Philadelphia Flyers vs Vegas Golden Knights
Considering the current team performances, roster health, and home-ice advantage, the Vegas Golden Knights are the clear favorites in this matchup. The Flyers’ significant injuries, particularly to key defensive personnel like Ristolainen and offensive contributors like Abols and Brink, will severely test their depth against a well-oiled Golden Knights machine. Vegas, led by the prolific Jack Eichel and goal-scorer Pavel Dorofeyev, possesses the offensive firepower and defensive stability to control the game. Given the Flyers’ compromised state, they are likely to adopt a more conservative, defensive strategy. This, combined with the Golden Knights’ strong goaltending, points towards a lower-scoring affair. Therefore, the total goals prediction is Under 6.5.
Last 5 Games: PHI
Form:
LLLLL
VS
vs New York
L 6-3
PTS
22-17-8
GOL
Ersson
AST
Konecny
VS
@ Pittsburgh
L 6-3
PTS
22-16-8
GOL
Kolosov
AST
Barkey
VS
@ Buffalo
L 5-2
PTS
22-15-8
GOL
Ersson
AST
Tippett
VS
vs Tampa Bay
L 5-1
PTS
22-14-8
GOL
Vladar
AST
Dvorak
VS
vs Tampa Bay
L 7-2
PTS
22-13-8
GOL
Ersson
AST
Hathaway
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| vs Tampa Bay | L 7-2 | 22-13-8 | Ersson | Hathaway |
Last 5 Games: VGK
Form:
WWWWW
VS
vs Nashville
W 7-2
PTS
24-11-12
GOL
Schmid
AST
Theodore
VS
vs Toronto
W 6-5 OT
PTS
23-11-12
GOL
Hill
AST
Eichel
VS
@ Los Angeles
W 3-2 OT
PTS
22-11-12
GOL
Schmid
AST
Eichel
VS
@ San Jose
W 7-2
PTS
21-11-12
GOL
Lindbom
AST
Hertl
VS
vs St. Louis
W 4-2
PTS
20-11-12
GOL
Schmid
AST
Marner
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Nashville | W 7-2 | 24-11-12 | Schmid | Theodore |
| vs Toronto | W 6-5 OT | 23-11-12 | Hill | Eichel |
| @ Los Angeles | W 3-2 OT | 22-11-12 | Schmid | Eichel |
| @ San Jose | W 7-2 | 21-11-12 | Lindbom | Hertl |
| vs St. Louis | W 4-2 | 20-11-12 | Schmid | Marner |
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