The Philadelphia Flyers (24-18-9) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (24-20-7) in a Metropolitan Division matchup as the Flyers look to solidify their playoff positioning against a Blue Jackets team fighting for consistency and a potential wild-card spot. Philadelphia, sitting 4th in the Metropolitan with 57 points, has leaned on strong goaltending and secondary scoring but faces challenges with road special teams. Columbus, 5th in the Metropolitan with 55 points, boasts a balanced attack and home-ice energy but has struggled with defensive consistency against top Eastern teams. This game could hinge on special teams efficiency and goaltending, with potential for a tight, low-scoring affair if the Flyers’ defense holds or a higher-scoring contest if Columbus’ offense finds rhythm.
Venue Location
The game will be played at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. This 18,144-capacity arena, opened in 2000, is the home of the Blue Jackets and known for its passionate “Nationwide Nation” fanbase and modern facilities during divisional games.
Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT / 12:00 AM GMT
Injury Report
Both teams are dealing with moderate absences, impacting depth and special teams.
Philadelphia Flyers:
Sean Couturier (C, upper body): Day-to-day; missed practice but expected to play limited minutes.
Rasmus Ristolainen (D, lower body): Out 2-4 weeks; placed on IR in mid-January.
Travis Konecny (RW, ankle): Questionable; game-time decision after limited practice.
Overall: Three key players in doubt, thinning forward and defensive depth.
Columbus Blue Jackets:
Boone Jenner (C, shoulder): Out indefinitely; season-long absence.
Adam Fantilli (C, ankle): Out 4-6 weeks; placed on IR in early January.
Zach Werenski (D, upper body): Questionable; status to be determined after warm-ups.
Overall: Significant forward and defensive absences, forcing reliance on younger players and depth pieces.
Key Player Matchups
This divisional rivalry features key battles across the ice.
Travis Konecny (Flyers RW) vs. Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets RW): Konecny’s scoring (22 goals) vs. Marchenko’s emerging playmaking (18 goals, 25 assists) – if Konecny plays.
Sean Couturier (Flyers C) vs. Sean Monahan (Blue Jackets C): Couturier’s two-way play (15 goals, 20 assists) challenged by Monahan’s net-front presence (18 goals) – if Couturier plays.
Matvei Michkov (Flyers RW) vs. Adam Boqvist (Blue Jackets D): Michkov’s dynamic scoring (20 goals) vs. Boqvist’s puck-moving (30 assists).
Goaltending: Samuel Ersson (Flyers) vs. Daniil Tarasov (Blue Jackets): Ersson’s .910 SV% vs. Tarasov’s .915 SV%.
Key X-Factor: Cole Sillinger (Blue Jackets C) could exploit Flyers’ defensive injuries with his speed and faceoff ability (52%).
Recent Team Forms
The Flyers have been solid, posting a 6-3-1 record in their last 10 games with a +3.5 goal differential. They’ve won three of their last five on the road, including a 4-2 victory over the Devils on January 25, averaging 3.1 goals per game while allowing 2.8. Goaltending has stabilized (2.80 GAA), but power play (19%) and penalty kill (80%) remain average.
The Blue Jackets are improving, going 5-4-1 in their last 10 with a +2.0 goal differential. They’ve won two straight at home, including a 3-2 victory over the Penguins on January 26, averaging 3.0 goals per game while conceding 2.8. Offense has been consistent (3.0 GPG), but penalty kill (78%) and road struggles persist.
| Team | Last 10 Record | Goals For (Avg) | Goals Against (Avg) | Streak |
| Philadelphia Flyers | 6-3-1 | 3.1 | 2.8 | W1 |
| Columbus Blue Jackets | 5-4-1 | 3.0 | 2.8 | W2 |
Series History
The Flyers lead the all-time series 148-132-22-18 in 320 meetings. Philadelphia has won 4 of the last 5, including a 3-2 overtime victory in 2025. Average total goals: 5.8, with overs hitting in 3 of 5. In Columbus, the Blue Jackets are 3-2 in the last 5 vs. Flyers.
| Last 5 Head-to-Head Games | Date | Result | Total Goals |
| Flyers @ Blue Jackets | 11/15/2025 | Flyers 3-2 (OT) | 5 |
| Blue Jackets @ Flyers | 10/20/2025 | Flyers 4-3 | 7 |
| Flyers @ Blue Jackets | 03/10/2024 | Flyers 4-2 | 6 |
| Blue Jackets @ Flyers | 12/05/2024 | Blue Jackets 5-3 | 8 |
| Flyers @ Blue Jackets | 02/28/2024 | Flyers 3-1 | 4 |
Betting Trends
Puck Line: Philadelphia is 14-11 PL on the road; Columbus 13-12 PL at home. Over/Under: The over has hit in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 10 road games and 5 of Columbus’ last 10 overall. Trends: Flyers 3-2 in last 5 road games; Blue Jackets 4-1 in last 5 home. Models give Flyers 52% win probability.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Flyers 6.5
Columbus Blue Jackets – 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, January 27, 2026
