The Flyers will play host to the Penguins on Wednesday night in Game 3 of the first round of the 2026 NHL Playoffs, with first puck drop set for 7:00 p.m. ET. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Philadelphia is a slight -115 favorite on the Moneyline, and the game’s total is set at O/U 5.5 goals.
Here’s a prediction and pick for Flyers vs. Penguins Game 3.
Flyers vs. Penguins Game 3 prediction, preview
The aging Penguins look completely outmatched against the young and speedy Flyers, and they find themselves in a 0-2 hole heading to Philadelphia for Games 3 and 4. Sidney Crosby has yet to record a point, and this Pittsburgh offense that scored the third-most regular-season goals has completely vanished two games into the postseason. Despite a 2.5 GAA and .884 SV%, Stuart Skinner has probably been the best Penguins player in this series, as the club was shut out in Game 2 and is tied for the fewest goals in the postseason.
The Flyers have been clicking in every phase of the game through the first two games. Porter Martone has played like a legitimate superstar at 19 years old, and his level of play has completely unlocked Philadelphia’s offense. The likes of Trevor Zegras, Owen Tippett and Travis Konecny have been clicking offensively, and the club has received elite goaltending from Dan Vladar. Tonight, the series shifts to Philadelphia, and I’m sure we are all well aware how rowdy this city’s fans can be. That home crowd bump should pay dividends tonight and potentially unlock the power play, which is 0-for-7 this postseason and Philadelphia’s glaring weakness.
Flyers vs. Penguins Game 3 pick, best bet
Best Bet: PHI Flyers Moneyline (-115)
It’s hard to fade this red-hot Flyers team that has won five straight and simply outmatches an aging Penguins team.
Strong Lean: Porter Martone Anytime Goalscorer (+195)
The 19-year-old has scored in both playoff games, and he will be playing in front of the raucous Philly crowd tonight. He netted his first career goal on Apr. 4 at home and is embracing the shoot-first mentality, having logged six shots in Game 2.
