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 result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Flyers and Devils, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Devils a 56.8% chance of beating the Flyers. According to our model, the Flyers (+1.5) have a 65.5% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 51.4% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

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

• Puck Line: Flyers +1.5 (-175) / Devils -1.5 (+150)
• Moneyline: Flyers +152, Devils -169
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-120/+105)

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 available 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 BetMGM
• Moneyline: Flyers @ +152 via FanDuel
• Total: Under 5.5 @ +105 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 33.0% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 7.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Philadelphia Flyers

• Tyson Foerster: 26.4% probability
• Porter Martone: 26.1% probability
• Owen Tippett: 25.4% probability
• Travis Konecny: 24.4% probability
• Trevor Zegras: 22.3% probability

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 33.0% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 31.5% probability
• Nico Hischier: 28.2% probability
• Timo Meier: 25.3% probability
• Jesper Bratt: 23.7% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Philadelphia Flyers

• Tyson Foerster: 5.2% probability
• Owen Tippett: 5.2% probability
• Porter Martone: 5.2% probability
• Travis Konecny: 4.7% probability
• Alex Bump: 4.2% probability

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 7.2% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 6.6% probability
• Nico Hischier: 5.8% probability
• Timo Meier: 4.7% probability
• Jesper Bratt: 4.3% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Thursday's action between the Devils and Flyers at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence 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 56.8% 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.