- The Predators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Devils
- Devils vs. Predators Total (Over/Under): 6.5 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | MSS2
The New Jersey Devils (36-32) visit Bridgestone Arena to take on the Nashville Predators (34-28) on Mar. 26 in Nashville, TN. The puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 pm.
The Predators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+200).
The Devils vs. Predators Over/Under is 6.5 total goals.
Devils vs. Predators Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
Devils vs Predators Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Predators will win this game with 53.4% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Devils vs Predators Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Devils will cover the spread with 50.7% 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
Devils Best Bets & Trends
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 20 away games (+7.70 Units / 36% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Game Total Over in 9 of their last 20 games (+6.85 Units / 30% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the Game Total Over in 8 of their last 10 games (+5.70 Units / 49% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Moneyline in 6 of their last 10 games (+5.10 Units / 39% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have covered the Puck Line in 7 of their last 11 games (+5.00 Units / 31% ROI)
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Moneyline in 14 of their last 20 games at home (+7.75 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the Puck Line in 14 of their last 20 games (+7.55 Units / 21% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+7.05 Units / 51% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 1P Puck Line in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+6.70 Units / 65% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 14 of their last 20 games (+6.65 Units / 22% ROI)
Devils Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Devils are 26-44 against the spread this NHL season (-22.8 Units / -22.35% ROI).
- Devils are 36-34 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.9 Units /-2.18% ROI
- Devils are 30-39 when betting the Over for -13.25 Units / -16.9% ROI
- Devils are 39-30 when betting the Under for +6.95 Units /9.09% ROI
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 39-32 against the spread this NHL season (-1.65 Units /-1.37% ROI).
- Predators are 34-37 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.3 Units / -0.38% ROI
- Predators are 34-34 when betting the Over for -4 Units / -5.03% ROI
- Predators are 34-34 when betting the Under for -2.6 Units / -3.36% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Predators vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 0.5 -105 | 0.5 -125 |
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 1.5 +135 | 1.5 -185 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 0.5 +140 | 0.5 -190 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 0.5 +110 | 0.5 -145 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -155 | 0.5 +115 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Predators vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 3.5 -105 | 3.5 -130 |
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 3.5 -110 | 3.5 -120 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 1.5 -140 | 1.5 +105 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 1.5 -155 | 1.5 +110 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 +110 | 2.5 -150 |
Devils: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Devils are 2-49 (.039) when trailing after the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .146
The Devils are 1-24 (.040) when trailing after the second period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .145
The Devils were 6-11 (.353) when tied after the second period last season — tied for 5th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Devils were 21-4 (.840) when leading after the first period last season — 5th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .715
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Devils
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 13-3 (.812) when tied after the second period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 103-119 (.464) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators were 8-15 (.348) when drawing more penalties last season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .508
Devils Offensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have 8.8 rush chances per game this month — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 6.4
The Devils had 0.6 rush chances per game while shorthanded last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.4
The Devils have scored on 13% of second chance opportunities since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Devils have scored on 5% of second chance opportunities in 5v5 situations this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 14%
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have scored on 29% of second chance opportunities in the first period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Predators scored on 5% of cycle chances in the third period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators had 235 forecheck chances last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
Devils Defensive Stats & Trends
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 allowed opponents to score on 0% of rush chances against the power play last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Devils have allowed 0.8 goals per game in the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 5 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations this season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Predators 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 Predators have allowed 1.2 goals per game while tied since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
The Predators have allowed 1.2 goals per game while tied this season — tied for 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
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