- The Devils are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Predators
- Predators vs. Devils Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | MSGS
The Nashville Predators (24-23) visit Prudential Center to take on the New Jersey Devils (27-24) on Jan. 29 in Newark, NJ. The puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
The Devils are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+180).
The Predators vs. Devils Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Predators vs. Devils Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Predators | +1.5 -220 | 6 -110 | +115 |
| Devils | -1.5 +180 | 6 -110 | -110 |
Predators vs Devils Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Devils will win this game with 65.8% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Predators vs Devils Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Devils will cover the spread with 56.0% 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
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 18 of their last 25 games (+10.35 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Moneyline in 8 of their last 20 away games (+6.85 Units / 33% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 8 of their last 14 away games (+6.60 Units / 42% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 2P Puck Line in 16 of their last 25 games (+5.80 Units / 15% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 10 of their last 13 away games (+5.50 Units / 31% ROI)
Devils Best Bets & Trends
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 12 of their last 20 games at home (+7.95 Units / 37% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 20 games (+7.90 Units / 37% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the Game Total Under in 16 of their last 25 games (+6.15 Units / 22% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 20 games at home (+4.50 Units / 18% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have covered the 1P Puck Line in 6 of their last 9 games (+4.15 Units / 32% ROI)
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 26-26 against the spread this NHL season (-8.2 Units / -9.45% ROI).
- Predators are 24-28 when betting on the Moneyline for -1 Units /-1.77% ROI
- Predators are 27-24 when betting the Over for +0.4 Units / 0.69% ROI
- Predators are 24-27 when betting the Under for -5.3 Units /-9.34% ROI
Devils Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Devils are 19-34 against the spread this NHL season (-20.1 Units /-25.69% ROI).
- Devils are 27-26 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.1 Units / -3.16% ROI
- Devils are 22-30 when betting the Over for -10.9 Units / -18.58% ROI
- Devils are 30-22 when betting the Under for +6.25 Units / 10.71% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Devils vs Predators
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | +150 |
| Nico Hischier (NJ) | +185 |
| Filip Forsberg (NAS) | +195 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | +200 |
| Timo Meier (NJ) | +230 |
| Ryan O'Reilly (NAS) | +250 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Devils vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 0.5 +100 | 0.5 -135 |
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 1.5 +145 | 1.5 -190 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -145 | 0.5 +105 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 0.5 -125 | 0.5 -105 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Devils vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 2.5 -185 | 2.5 +130 |
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 3.5 +100 | 3.5 -135 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 1.5 -115 | 1.5 -118 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 +145 | 2.5 -200 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 1.5 -160 | 1.5 +120 |
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 100-114 (.467) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 10-1 (.909) when tied after the second period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators were 17-38 (.309) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .432
Devils: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Devils are 2-44 (.043) when trailing after the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .144
The Devils are 9-3 (.750) when allowing 35 or more shots on goal this season — 4th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .503
The Devils were 1-25 (.038) when trailing after the second period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .148
The Devils are 1-16 (.059) when allowing 4 or more non-shootout goals this season — tied for 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .120
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have 7 rush chances in 4v4 situations this month — most among NHL Teams
The Predators have scored on 25% of cycle chances on the power play this month — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Predators scored on 8% of rush chances last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Predators scored on 7% of cycle chances last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
Devils Offensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have scored on 3% of second chance opportunities in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 14%
The Devils had 5.8 slot shots per game in the second period last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 4.8
The Devils had 213 forecheck chances last season — 4th most among NHL Teams
The Devils have recorded 31.6 shots per game this season — 5th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 29.9
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 since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Predators have allowed 1.2 goals per game while tied this season — tied for 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations 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 have allowed opponents to score on 14% of cycle chances in the third period this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Devils allowed 0.5 goals per game against the power play last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.6
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