Devils vs Canucks Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NHL, Jan 23

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote, center top, talks to his players during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla.
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  • The Canucks are a +1.5 goal favorite vs. the Devils
  • Devils vs. Canucks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
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The New Jersey Devils (26-22) visit Rogers Arena to take on the Vancouver Canucks (17-28) on Jan. 23 in Vancouver, BC. The puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 pm.

The Canucks are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at +1.5 (-190).

The Devils vs. Canucks Over/Under is 6 total goals.

Devils vs. Canucks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

Spread (Puck line)Total (O/U)Moneyline
Devils-1.5 +1556 -110+175
Canucks+1.5 -1906 -110-110

Devils vs Canucks Prediction:

The winning team model predicts the Devils will win this game with 64.1% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.

Devils vs Canucks Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Devils will cover the spread with 52.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook


  • The New Jersey Devils have hit the Game Total Under in 18 of their last 25 games (+10.20 Units / 36% ROI)
  • The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games (+7.65 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The New Jersey Devils have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 11 of their last 20 away games (+7.30 Units / 31% ROI)
  • The New Jersey Devils have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 11 away games (+6.95 Units / 59% ROI)
  • The New Jersey Devils have hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 5 games (+4.00 Units / 70% ROI)
  • The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games (+7.85 Units / 31% ROI)
  • The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 16 of their last 25 games at home (+7.40 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 7 of their last 10 games at home (+5.30 Units / 40% ROI)
  • The Vancouver Canucks have hit the Game Total Under in 15 of their last 25 games (+5.25 Units / 19% ROI)
  • The Vancouver Canucks have covered the 3P Puck Line in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+2.85 Units / 38% ROI)

Devils Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Devils are 19-31 against the spread this NHL season (-17.1 Units / -22.72% ROI).

  • Devils are 26-24 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.6 Units /-0.96% ROI
  • Devils are 19-30 when betting the Over for-13.9 Units / -25.14% ROI
  • Devils are 30-19 when betting the Under for+9.5 Units /17.24% ROI

Canucks Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Canucks are 22-28 against the spread this NHL season (-19.95 Units /-23.85% ROI).

  • Canucks are 17-33 when betting on the Moneyline for -14.6 Units / -27.06% ROI
  • Canucks are 27-21 when betting the Over for+4.05 Units / 7.32% ROI
  • Canucks are 21-27 when betting the Under for-8.65 Units / -15.66% ROI

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Canucks vs Devils

Player Name Odds to Score a Goal
Jack Hughes (NJ) +150
Timo Meier (NJ) +190
Nico Hischier (NJ) +210
Jake DeBrusk (VAN) +240
Brock Boeser (VAN) +250
Jesper Bratt (NJ) +260

Points Per Game Predictions for Canucks vs Devils

Player Name Over Under
Brock Boeser (VAN) 0.5 -110 0.5 -118
Timo Meier (NJ) 0.5 -120 0.5 -110
Dawson Mercer (NJ) 0.5 +115 0.5 -155
Conor Garland (VAN) 0.5 +135 0.5 -185
Nico Hischier (NJ) 0.5 -155 0.5 +115

Shots on Goal Predictions for Canucks vs Devils

Player Name Over Under
Brock Boeser (VAN) 2.5 +135 2.5 -190
Timo Meier (NJ) 2.5 -185 2.5 +135
Jack Hughes (NJ) 3.5 +115 3.5 -155
Dawson Mercer (NJ) 1.5 -140 1.5 +105
Conor Garland (VAN) 1.5 -130 1.5 -105

Devils: Keys to the Game vs. Canucks

The Devils were 3-23 (.115) when trailing after the first period last season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .285

The Devils are 5-10 (.333) when drawing more penalties this season — tied for 5th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .466

The Devils were 34-3 (.919) when leading after the second period last season — 7th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .852

The Devils were 8-33 (.195) when allowing 3 or more non-shootout goals last season — 6th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .246

Canucks: Keys to the Game vs. Devils

The Canucks are 3-14 (.176) when winning the xG advantage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .619

The Canucks are 17-32 (.347) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500

The Canucks are 54-75 (.419) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500

The Canucks are 9-28 (.243) when allowing 3 or more non-shootout goals this season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .284

The Devils have scored on 6% of second chance opportunities in 5v5 situations this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 15%

The Devils had 3.0 slot shots per game on the power play last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 2.3

The Devils have scored on 13% of second chance opportunities since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%

The Devils have scored on 5% of cycle chances while leading this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%

The Canucks have scored on 14% of rush chances while tied since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%

The Canucks had 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — tied for most among NHL Teams

The Canucks are 3-14 (.176) when winning the xG advantage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .619

The Canucks are 17-32 (.347) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500

The Devils have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1

The Devils have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1

The Devils have allowed opponents to score on 14% of cycle chances in the third period this season — 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%

The Devils have allowed 0.8 goals per game in the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0

The Canucks have a .684 slot save percentage in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .833

The Canucks have a .860 save percentage in the third period this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .888

The Canucks allowed opponents to score on 14% of rush chances last season — 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%

The Canucks allowed 36 rush chances in overtime last season — tied for most among NHL Teams


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