Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Picks & Predictions
The Pittsburgh Penguins and New Jersey Devils are set to face off in a crucial game as both teams look to improve on their rough seasons. The Penguins have fallen to the
Game outlook
The Pittsburgh Penguins and New Jersey Devils are set to face off in a crucial game as both teams look to improve on their rough seasons. The Penguins have fallen to the bottom of the Metropolitan Division with a 5-6 record, while the Devils have the second-worst record in the division at 32-32-4. Both teams are in need of a win to climb the standings in the Eastern Conference. New Jersey is the betting favorite in this matchup, opening at -132 with the current line at New Jersey -135. For assistance with hockey betting, consider utilizing our top NHL Picks to increase your chances of winning big.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Penguins +117 | Devils -135
Spread: Penguins +1.5 (-215) | Devils -1.5 (+180)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 57%.
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins are experiencing a challenging season as their offense has been struggling, scoring only 2.91 goals per game. While Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have been leading the top line with 52 goals and 67 assists, the rest of the offense has been inconsistent. The team has only seven active skaters with 10 goals or more, making them vulnerable to opponents who can limit their top-heavy offense. On the bright side, the defense has been a strong point, allowing only 2.94 goals per game. Defensemen Marcus Pettersson, Erik Karlsson, Kris Letang, and Ryan Graves have all contributed significantly to the defensive effort. Goaltender Tristan Jarry has also been performing well with a .906 save percentage and a 2.79 goals against average. Despite their struggles, Pittsburgh has a power ranking of 27, ranking 25th in offense, 10th in defense, and holding a record of 29-28-9 for the season. Coach Sullivan on Bunting: “He has a semblance of Patric Hornqvist - his ability to get to the blue paint, make the goalie’s life difficult... It’s a really important aspect of creating offense. He certainly brings that to our team.” Read more: https://t.co/9Xaj05JH2S pic.twitter.com/Cumxf2t31i