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New Jersey Devils vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Preview
The New Jersey Devils host the Philadelphia Flyers at Prudential Center in Saturday NHL action. Both teams enter hot streaks, with New Jersey winning three straight and Philadelphia taking four of five. Bettors must weigh the Devils’ defensive depth against the Flyers’ resilience and scoring balance.
Line Movement and Odds
- Devils MoneyLine: -152
- Flyers MoneyLine: +129
- Total: 5.5 (Over -124, Under +102)
New Jersey opened as home favorites given their division lead. See full NHL odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Philadelphia Flyers Outlook
Philadelphia edged the Islanders 4-3 in a shootout, with Tyson Foerster and Sean Couturier scoring early and Travis Konecny netting the winner. The Flyers hold a 13-7-3 record and a strong 4-1 division mark. Their defense ranks 13th in hits (499), helping them control pace. Trevor Zegras leads with 22 points, while Konecny adds 17 points and 35 hits. Goaltending depth with Samuel Ersson and Dan Vladar provides stability.
New Jersey Devils Outlook
New Jersey shut out Buffalo 5-0 behind Jake Allen’s 42 saves. Arseniy Gritsyuk scored twice, while Nico Hischier extended his point streak to four games. The Devils lead their division at 16-7-1, ranking third in blocks (397). Hischier (22 points) and Timo Meier (20 points) drive offense, while defensive structure keeps opponents contained. Their ability to suppress shots and convert depth scoring makes them tough at home.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Flyers’ balanced scoring vs Devils’ defensive structure. Philadelphia must lean on Zegras and Konecny to generate offense, while New Jersey relies on Hischier and Meier to sustain pressure. Special teams and goaltending will dictate outcomes in this divisional clash.
Injuries / Availability
Philadelphia lists Oliver Bonk (upper body) and Rasmus Ristolainen (tricep) as out. For full player status, check the Flyers injury report.
New Jersey lists Evgenii Dadonov (undisclosed), Jack Hughes (hand), Johnathan Kovacevic (knee), Zack MacEwen (lower body), Marc McLaughlin (undisclosed), and Brett Pesce (upper body) as out. See the Devils injury report for latest updates.
Environment
Prudential Center provides New Jersey a home edge. Both teams played Friday, testing stamina. Expect physical play and defensive structure to drive totals.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Devils 4, Flyers 2
- Devils -152 ML → Best Bet. New Jersey’s defensive depth and home edge suggest they secure the win.
- Over 5.5 (-124) → Total. Our model projects 6 goals, leaning over given both teams’ recent scoring form.
New Jersey’s defense and goaltending should secure the win, while Philadelphia’s resilience keeps it competitive. Expect the Devils to cover with the total trending over.
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