New Jersey Devils vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The New Jersey Devils (29-19-6, 64 points, 3rd Metro) will face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins (22-24-8, 52 points, 7th Metro) in a Metropolitan division matchup. New Jersey is coming off a loss to the Buffalo Sabers, while Pittsburgh has won their last two games. New Jersey currently holds the 3rd spot in the division, while Pittsburgh is 14th in the Eastern Conference. Both teams will be missing key players for the game. According to betting odds, New Jersey is the favorite to win with a -152 opening line that has not moved. Fans can expect an exciting game as both teams look to secure a victory.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Devils -152 | Penguins +135

Spread: Devils -1.5 (+160) | Penguins +1.5 (-192)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 60%.

New Jersey Devils

New Jersey has been performing well in several key areas this season. Their goals-for average of 3.1 and goals-against average of 2.5 rank them 12th and 5th, respectively. They average 29.6 shots per game while allowing 25.9 shots against, ranking 9th and 4th in the league. The Devils have a strong power play, converting 27.9% of the time, and an effective penalty kill, preventing opponents from scoring 83.1% of the time. While leading goal scorer Nico Hischier is out of the lineup, Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt have stepped up, with Hughes leading in goals and points and Bratt leading in assists. The team has a total of nine players with 20 points or more. Despite playing without their top goalie, New Jersey holds a record of 7-4 this season, earning them a power ranking of 11. Their offensive and defensive rankings are 12th and 4th, respectively.