NHL betting odds interest swings to the New York Islanders at New Jersey battle on Saturday at Prudential Center as the Devils try to defend home turf and reward moneyline betting fans.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
If you're going with the New Jersey Devils in this one, they were listed as moneyline favorites of -225 on most NHL hockey betting menus (such as Sportsbook) early today for Saturday's contest. The over-under total was at 6 earlier at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 3.4-2.4 win for the Devils on Saturday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
New York Islanders vs New Jersey Devils Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The New Jersey Devils sport a record of 40-28-9 heading into this matchup, while the New York Islanders sit at 32-36-10 on the season. The OVER/UNDER records are 39-36-2 for the Devils and 47-28-3 for the Islanders. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New Jersey vs New York injuries news.
The Islanders - Devils odds would favor the Devils if the lines were set according to our power ranks. New Jersey is rated No. 11 in the current Odds Shark poll, while New York is at No. 27.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the New Jersey Devils No. 14-ranked offense (3.01 goals per game) against a New York Islanders defense that ranks No. 31 at 3.64 goals per game allowed. The Devils Sportsbook has clicked at a 21.01% rate while the Islanders have a 74.34% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
In their last action, New York was a 5-4 loser at home against the Maple Leafs. Bettors on Toronto at -169 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (9) sent OVER bettors home happy as well.
Last time out for New Jersey, they were a 4-3 loser as they battled the Penguins at home. Moneyline bettors who got the Penguins at -124 were rewarded, while the 7 combined goals moved the game OVER for totals bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
New York home to Philadelphia, Tuesday, April 3rd
New Jersey at Montreal, Sunday, April 1st