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New Jersey Devils vs Anaheim Mighty Ducks Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 31, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Honda Center — Anaheim, CA

Article updated Dec 30, 10:54 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The New Jersey Devils are set to face the Anaheim Ducks, with the Devils holding a strong 24-12-3 record and sitting in first place in the Metropolitan Division. In contrast,

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The New Jersey Devils are set to face the Anaheim Ducks, with the Devils holding a strong 24-12-3 record and sitting in first place in the Metropolitan Division. In contrast, the Ducks have a struggling 14-17-4 record and are second to last in the Pacific Division. New Jersey is favored to win the matchup with a -245 opening line that has yet to move. For more insights and predictions on this game, be sure to check out our Devils vs Ducks analysis and take advantage of betting opportunities and sports betting promos.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Devils -245 | Mighty Ducks +208

Spread: Devils -1.5 (+105) | Mighty Ducks +1.5 (-123)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 71%.

New Jersey Devils

The New Jersey Devils are having a successful season, with their offense performing well by scoring an average of 3.33 goals per game. Top players Jesper Bratt and Jack Hughes have been leading the team with a total of 29 goals and 64 assists. Other key players such as Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, and Stefan Noesen have also contributed significantly to the team's offensive success. On the defensive end, players like Johnathan Kovacevic and Jonas Seigenthaler have been crucial in allowing only 2.51 goals per game, with goaltender Jacob Markstrom also posting impressive stats. Overall, the Devils have a strong record of 24-12-3 and are currently ranked #8 in offense, #2 in defense, with a power ranking of 3. Check out our NHL Predictions for potential payouts on their games.

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Anaheim Mighty Ducks Analysis

The Anaheim Mighty Ducks are currently having a challenging season, with their offense struggling to score goals consistently and their defense allowing too many goals per game. Key players like Troy Terry, Frank Vatrano, and Ryan Strome have been productive, but the rest of the offense has not been able to contribute effectively. On the defensive end, Brian Dumoulin and Olen Zellweger have stood out, but the unit as a whole has been giving up too many scoring opportunities to opponents. Despite these challenges, goaltender Lukas Dostal has been a bright spot with strong performances. The team's power ranking is currently at 24, with a ranking of 32 for offense and 18 for defense. Overall, the Ducks have a record of 14-17-4. In their recent matchups against New Jersey, the Ducks went 2-1-0. It is clear that the team could benefit from the assistance of skilled hockey handicappers to improve their performance.

New Jersey Devils Poised for Success Against Anaheim Ducks as Offense and Defense Shine

The New Jersey Devils are poised for success in their upcoming game against the Anaheim Ducks. With a strong offensive lineup led by players like Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt, who average 3.33 goals per game, the Devils are expected to have success finding the back of the net against the Ducks, who allow an average of 3.09 goals per game. Additionally, the Devils' defensive unit, which only allows an average of 2.51 goals per game, is anticipated to limit the Ducks' offense, which averages just 2.46 goals per game. Defensive players like Johnathan Kovacevic and Jonas Seigenthaler will work to create turnovers and prevent shots on goal, allowing goaltender Jacob Markstrom to play a crucial role in securing a victory for the Devils. Overall, the Devils are projected to secure a dominant win on the road.

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SportsJaw Devils vs Mighty Ducks archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Devils vs Mighty Ducks matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · New Jersey Devils-245 → -275Moved
  • Moneyline · Anaheim Mighty Ducks+208 → +230Moved
  • Spread · New Jersey Devils-1.5 (+105) → -1.5 (-114)Moved
  • Spread · Anaheim Mighty Ducks+1.5 (-123) → +1.5 (-106)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

New Jersey Devils
7-4 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Anaheim Mighty Ducks
5-6 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-31T03:54:53.668Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-10-27Anaheim Mighty Ducks 2 · New Jersey Devils 6
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Anaheim Mighty Ducks defeated New Jersey Devils 3-2

Anaheim Mighty Ducks defeated New Jersey Devils 3-2 on December 31, 2024, a 1-goal decision in the series. Anaheim Mighty Ducks' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded New Jersey Devils -1.5 (-114) spread, Anaheim Mighty Ducks covered, while the 5 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • TgodfreyMoneyline · Anaheim Mighty Ducks +208Win
  • Barry713Moneyline · New Jersey Devils -254Loss