Just when things started to look grim, and the Rangers vs Devils odds were swaying in New York’s favor, the New Jersey Devils stole two games in Madison Square Garden and evened the series at two games a piece.
The past two games have been defensive battles, as the New York Rangers score just one goal in games three and four. These two NHL teams are very familiar with one another, and fans can expect another edge-of-your-seat affair in game five.
The puck drop for game five is scheduled for 7:30 pm ET on ESPN2. Check out the Rangers vs Devils odds before making your betting picks for tonight’s matchup.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils Odds
Before you make any of your NHL betting picks, it is important to check out the NHL odds and understand them to make an educated bet on this matchup.
Moneyline: The Moneyline for game five currently has the New Jersey Devils at -120 as the favorites, while the New York Rangers are the underdog at +100.
Spread: The point spread is -1.5 with +220 odds for the Devils and +1.5 with -260 odds for the Rangers.
Over/Under: The over/under for game five is at 5.5 goals. The over odds are +100 while the under odds are -120.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils Information
New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils
Location of the game: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 27, 2023, 7:30 pm ET
How to Watch: ESPN2
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils Betting Preview
The Rangers vs Devils odds have this game looking to be a close contest. They would not be wrong. These teams have tightened up defensively and will be playing a fast-paced game of chess in game five to take a commanding 3-2 series lead.
The past two games have gone under the goal total, which seems to be on the lighter side of the NHL playoffs scores. Two teams that are familiar with one another, like these two, are bound to play very tight defensively.
New York Rangers
It has been a tale of two different teams for the New York Rangers as they were firing on all cylinders in games one and two, but the offense stalled in games three and four. Star forward Chris Kreider has scored in all the games but game four. He is near the top of the NHL player stats list for the NHL playoffs.
This team needs to find more complementary scoring. Putting up one goal a game will not win you a series against a talented New Jersey Devils. It will come down to the rest of the roster to lift up the Rangers and move them to a 3-2 series lead. Expect this team to come out flying in game five with a chip on their shoulder.
New Jersey Devils
While the Devils have won the past two games and evened the series, the New Jersey Devils stats would say they are the worst offensive team in the NHL playoffs.
They are averaging 1.75 goals per game in this series. While this team has scoring talent, they will need help from the entirety of their roster to produce a convincing win.
Trade deadline acquisition Timo Meier has not registered a point in this playoff series. He was brought in to be a difference-maker but has fallen silent in the playoffs.
While it is disappointing, he still has time to get back on track. Fortunately for the Devils, they have no issues with players on the NHL injury report, so they are coming into game five healthy.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils Betting Picks
While this game will be defensive, the trend of the away team winning will continue as the Rangers find their form. Make sure to double-check the odds when making your NHL picks today.
- Over/Under: Under 5.5 (-120)
- MoneyLine: Rangers +100
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