New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils Betting Picks & Predictions
The New York Rangers are set to face the New Jersey Devils in a match-up on Monday, with the Rangers looking to build on their recent win against the Dallas Stars and break a
Game outlook
The New York Rangers are set to face the New Jersey Devils in a match-up on Monday, with the Rangers looking to build on their recent win against the Dallas Stars and break a losing streak. The Devils, on the other hand, are coming off a shutout win against the Pittsburgh Penguins and currently lead the Metropolitan Division. With key players missing from both teams, the stage is set for an intriguing battle. The New Jersey Devils are the betting favorites for this game, opening at -190.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Rangers +180 | Devils -210
Spread: Rangers +1.5 (-139) | Devils -1.5 (+119)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 68%.
New York Rangers
The New York Rangers are currently in the middle of the pack in terms of goals scored and allowed, with averages of 3.0 goals-for and 3.0 goals-against, ranking 19th and 16th respectively. Their power play is 17th, converting 21.2% of the time, while their penalty kill is third, preventing goals 87.1% of the time when short-handed. Leading the team in goals and points is Artemi Panarin, with 15 goals and 37 points. Will Cuylle and Chris Kreider are tied for second in goals with 11 each. Adam Fox leads in assists with 25, and Cuylle is third in points with 24. Goalie Igor Shesterkin has a record of 11-12-1 with a 2.95 goals-against average and a .912 save percentage. The team currently ranks 19th in offense and 14th in defense, with a 16-16-1 record for the season.