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The New Jersey Devils are chasing their seventh straight win — and what would be their longest streak since their 13-game tear in 2022 — when they host the San Jose Sharks on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Prudential Center. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM ET on NBCS, as the red-hot Devils welcome a young, rebuilding Sharks squad fresh off its first victory of the season.
New Jersey (6-1-0) continues to look like an Eastern Conference powerhouse, while San Jose (1-4-2) is leaning on its new wave of talent to stay competitive against one of the league’s most balanced teams.
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Line Movement and Odds
The Devils opened as heavy favorites, with public money expected to lean hard toward the home side after their dominant start.
Current Odds:
- San Jose Sharks Moneyline: +275
- New Jersey Devils Moneyline: -350
- Puck Line: Devils -1.5 (+113) / Sharks +1.5 (-139)
- Total: Over/Under 6.5 (Over +100 / Under -121)
You can track real-time odds movement and betting percentages for this matchup on the NHL odds and betting lines page.
The Sharks Can Win If…
The San Jose Sharks finally broke through with a thrilling 6-5 overtime win against the New York Rangers on Thursday — a game that may have signaled the arrival of their next-generation stars.
No. 1 overall pick Macklin Celebrini stole the show with a five-point night, including a hat trick and two assists, while Will Smith added two goals and two assists, including the overtime winner. The duo combined for nine points and gave fans a glimpse of San Jose’s offensive future.
Despite the rough 1-4-2 start, San Jose’s young core has shown sparks of life. The Sharks rank 9th in total goals (22) and 6th in assists (43), proving they can generate offense even against elite competition. Their power play has also been efficient, converting 4th-best in the league with six power-play goals.
Head coach Ryan Warsofsky will hope the momentum carries over as his young team faces a defensive juggernaut in New Jersey. If Celebrini and Smith can continue producing, and if the Sharks can draw penalties to leverage their man advantage, they have a puncher’s chance to pull off another upset.
For a breakdown of power play stats, faceoff win rates, and special teams performance, visit the NHL teams page for detailed analytics and matchup insights.
Sharks Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Couture (C) | Out | Hip |
| Ryan Ellis (D) | Out | Back |
| John Klingberg (D) | Questionable | Lower Body |
| Nick Leddy (D) | Questionable | Upper Body |
| Shakir Mukhamadullin (D) | Out | Upper Body |
| Carey Price (G) | Out | Knee |
The Devils Can Win If…
The New Jersey Devils have been dominant across every metric to start the season. Coming off back-to-back road wins over Toronto (5-3) and Minnesota (4-1), the Devils have outscored opponents 28-17 this year while showcasing elite special teams and deep roster chemistry.
Rookie Arseny Gritsyuk continues to impress, scoring his first NHL goal on Wednesday to go with four assists in seven games. Meanwhile, Dawson Mercer remains one of the league’s most consistent two-way players, posting seven points already while playing in every game of his four-year career.
Head coach Sheldon Keefe has kept the Devils disciplined and adaptable — they’ve won at home, on the road, and even in back-to-backs with three different goalies. Their penalty kill is elite once again, shutting down 21 straight power plays after finishing 2nd in the NHL last year at 82.7%.
If the Devils keep up their defensive intensity and structured transition play, they’ll be too much for San Jose’s young lineup to handle. For more pregame metrics, advanced shot maps, and daily value projections, check the NHL picks and predictions section before placing bets.
Devils Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Evgenii Dadonov | Out | Hand |
| Cody Glass | Questionable | Upper Body |
| Johnathan Kovacevic | Out | Knee |
| Juho Lammikko | Out | Lower Body |
| Zack MacEwen | Out | Upper Body |
| Jacob Markstrom | Out | Undisclosed |
| Marc McLaughlin | Out | Undisclosed |
Betting Trends
- San Jose Sharks are 1-4-2 straight up this season.
- Sharks are 2-1 to the Over in their last three games.
- New Jersey Devils are 6-1 straight up in all games this season.
- Devils are 3-0 ATS in their last three matchups.
- The Under has hit in four of the Devils’ last six games.
For trend data, line history, and recent results across all matchups, review the NHL expert betting guide to spot profitable angles.
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Prediction and Analysis
The Sharks’ youth explosion makes them fun to watch, but the Devils are a disciplined, playoff-caliber team firing on all cylinders. San Jose’s defense remains shaky, and going on the road for the second night of a back-to-back against one of the league’s hottest offenses is a tall order.
Projected Score: Devils 4, Sharks 2
Best Bet: Devils -1.5 (+113)
Total Lean: Under 6.5 (-121)
New Jersey’s structure and penalty-kill dominance should neutralize San Jose’s fast-paced attack, while their scoring depth continues to carry the load. For bettors tracking hot streaks and verified NHL performance data, every expert record and ROI stat is published daily on the Handicapper Leaderboard — the go-to spot for trusted hockey betting insight.
