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The New Jersey Devils open a four-game road trip on Monday, January 19, 2026, visiting the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM MT (9:00 PM ET) on ESPN+. New Jersey is running out of runway before the Olympic break, and their 12-13-0 road record is a big reason they’re sitting seven points outside the playoff line.
Calgary isn’t exactly comfortable either, but the vibe is different. The Flames have won two straight and three of four, and this five-game homestand is their chance to hang around the bubble long enough to make the deadline interesting.
This matchup is a classic “who plays cleaner” game. The Devils have more explosive skill, but they’ve been giving away goals with mistakes. The Flames don’t have a ton of margin, yet they’re getting saves and playing a simpler brand that travels well even when it’s ugly.
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New Jersey Devils vs Calgary Flames Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should always monitor updated numbers leading into puck drop, especially if goalie confirmations swing the market. Check the latest NHL odds before you lock anything in.
| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Devils | -125 | -1.5 (+200) | O 5.5 (-125) |
| Calgary Flames | +105 | +1.5 (-245) | U 5.5 (+105) |
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New Jersey’s issue isn’t effort. It’s the timing of their mistakes. They’ll have stretches where the structure looks fine, then one blown coverage or a puck thrown into the middle and it’s in the back of their net. That’s the pattern that’s turned this into a “must-collect-points” road trip instead of a normal January swing.
The matchup also asks them to play patient, which they haven’t always done well lately. Calgary is comfortable letting you have the outside and waiting for you to get impatient. If the Devils start forcing plays early, they can end up playing the exact game the Flames want.
Availability matters here, so monitor the New Jersey Devils injury report before puck drop. For a quick snapshot of form and results, the New Jersey Devils stats and results page helps.
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Pierre-Luc Dubois | Out | Lower Body |
| Justin Sourdif | Out | Upper Body |
| Tom Wilson | Out | Lower Body |
Calgary Flames Betting Form
Calgary has been at its best when it plays opportunistic hockey and leans into the unglamorous stuff. Blocks, quick clears, getting pucks behind the defense, and letting Dustin Wolf see shots. When they do that, they stay inside games long enough for one or two bounces to decide it.
The trade chatter is real and it can cut both ways. Sometimes a room tightens up and plays sharper. Sometimes it gets distracted. I tend to think Calgary’s home stretch helps. It gives them routine and matchups, and it’s easier to play “Flames hockey” at the Saddledome when you’re not traveling.
Availability matters here, so monitor the Calgary Flames injury report before puck drop. For matchup splits and recent results, the Calgary Flames schedule and stats page is the quickest reference.
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| William Carrier | Questionable | Lower Body |
| Shayne Gostisbehere | Questionable | Illness |
| Pyotr Kochetkov | Out | Lower Body |
| Charles-Alexis Legault | Out | Hand |
| Noah Philp | Out | Concussion |
New Jersey Devils vs Calgary Flames Matchup Breakdown
This is a pace game, but not in the way people assume. New Jersey wants to play fast, yes, but Calgary’s goal is to make “fast” feel risky. The Flames will give you neutral-zone looks that tempt you into forcing a seam, then they counter when you turn it over. If the Devils keep it simple and spend time in the offensive zone, their talent advantage shows up.
Special teams can matter a lot with a 5.5 total. With a lower number, one power-play goal can flip the entire handicap. That’s why discipline and zone time matter here more than raw shot counts. If you’re trying to frame how penalties and game state affect totals and puck lines, the NHL betting guide is useful, especially in these lower-total matchups.
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New Jersey Devils vs Calgary Flames Predictions and Best Bets
My lean is Calgary +105. The Devils are the more talented team, but right now they’re the team that finds ways to lose on the road. That’s harsh, but it’s also what their record says. Calgary’s path is clearer: keep it low-event, stay out of trouble, let Wolf handle what he sees, and force New Jersey to earn everything.
The total at 5.5 is interesting. My first instinct is Under 5.5 (+105) because Calgary games can turn into grindy scripts, and the Flames will be happy playing 2-2 late. The counterargument is New Jersey’s mistake rate lately. If they hand Calgary one or two freebies, the under can get uncomfortable quickly. Still, at plus money, I think the under is the sharper position if you expect Calgary to control pace.
I’m not chasing the Devils -1.5 at +200. It’s not crazy, but it requires a clean Devils game, and that’s the one thing I don’t want to pay for right now. If New Jersey wins, it feels more like a 3-2 or 4-3 type win than a comfortable two-goal cushion.
Best Bet: Calgary Flames moneyline (+105).
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