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New Jersey Devils vs Winnipeg Jets Picks and Predictions – January 11, 2026
The Winnipeg Jets host the New Jersey Devils on Sunday night at Canada Life Centre in what feels like a meaningful barometer game for both sides. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM ET. Winnipeg (24-16-3) is hanging tough in the Central, but their recent inconsistencies have opened the door behind them. The Devils (21-18-4), meanwhile, continue to be one of the NHL’s more volatile teams — high-octane offense, leaky defense, and unpredictable results.
This is the final stop on New Jersey’s Western Canada swing, and fatigue could be a factor. The Jets, coming off two days rest, need this one to stabilize after splitting their last four. It’s a tight line with the Jets favored at -123 on the moneyline and the Devils sitting around +104. Let’s dig in.
NHL Lines Before the Puck Drops
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New Jersey Devils vs Winnipeg Jets Odds
These are the current betting lines as of game day. Bettors should always monitor for updates and line movement by checking the latest NHL odds.
| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Devils | +104 | +1.5 (-215) | O 6.5 (-110) |
| Winnipeg Jets | -123 | -1.5 (+172) | U 6.5 (-110) |
New Jersey Devils Betting Form
The Devils are tough to back as a favorite, but they’re sneaky as road dogs. Their offense — led by Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt — remains dangerous at 5-on-5 and on the power play. But their problem continues to be in net. Goaltending has been well below league average, and unless Vitek Vanecek stands on his head, they often need to score 4+ to win.
They’ve dropped four of their last six overall, but they’ve also been in every game. The defense isn’t fixing itself anytime soon, and they give up way too many high-danger chances, especially on the PK. If you’re betting the Devils, you’re essentially betting their offense can drag them over the finish line.
For deeper team trends and metrics, check the New Jersey Devils stats and results.
Availability matters here, so monitor the New Jersey Devils injury report before puck drop.
Winnipeg Jets Betting Form
Winnipeg remains one of the most frustrating good teams to figure out. They have elite goaltending in Connor Hellebuyck, a solid blue line, and a reliable top-six — yet they rarely dominate games. At home, the Jets are 12-6-2, but a few of those losses came in games where they were outworked by teams with more urgency.
The Jets thrive in tight-checking games, and when they control pace, they win. But their power play has cooled off significantly, and they struggle when forced to chase. That’s relevant here, as New Jersey tends to push tempo and force high-event hockey. Winnipeg needs to avoid turning this into a track meet.
You can follow all key data on the Winnipeg Jets schedule and stats.
Injury status could impact depth lines, so review the Winnipeg Jets injury report for updates.
New Jersey Devils vs Winnipeg Jets Matchup Breakdown
This is a classic clash of styles. The Devils want to skate, stretch, and create off the rush. The Jets want to slow the game, box out, and lean on Hellebuyck. That goaltending edge is significant — Winnipeg has a 5v5 save percentage among the NHL’s best, while New Jersey ranks near the bottom.
Key matchup angles:
- Devils’ PP (6th in NHL) vs Jets’ PK (14th)
- Hellebuyck > any Devils goalie, full stop
- Jets at home with rest vs Devils finishing road trip
- Devils’ defensive metrics near bottom in high-danger chances allowed
If this game is played on Winnipeg’s terms — lower event, structured, controlled entries — they should come out ahead. But if the Devils get an early lead and force Winnipeg to open up, the Over is absolutely in play.
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New Jersey Devils vs Winnipeg Jets Predictions and Best Bets
The price here feels about right, but the matchup tilts toward Winnipeg. They have the better goalie, they’re at home with rest, and they can frustrate a Devils team that struggles to break down structured defenses. It’s not a slam-dunk spot, but Winnipeg -123 has enough value to justify a play — especially if Hellebuyck starts.
As for the total, 6.5 feels high for a Jets game, but with New Jersey involved, Overs are always in play. Their defense invites chaos, and even if the Jets try to slow it down, all it takes is one breakdown to open the floodgates. That said, I still lean Under 6.5 based on game state dynamics and goaltending.
Best Bet: Winnipeg Jets moneyline (-123).
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