Overview of the Game
The New Jersey Devils take on their Metropolitan Division rival New York Islanders. The Islanders are just happy to be able to get back on the ice. The Islanders have not played a game since January 1st due to COVID issues. These two teams have played twice so far this season, with each team collecting a win.
Last Game Records
- Devils
- Last Game: lost 3-4 to the Columbus Blue Jackets
- 14-17-1-4 overall record
- Islanders
- Last Game: Won against the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in overtime.
- 10-12-3-3 overall record
Matchup Information
- 7:30 p.m., Thursday, January 14, 2022
- Elmont, New York
- UBS Arena
Devils vs. Islanders Betting Analysis
New Jersey Devils Betting Analysis
The Devils have been playing solid hockey, winning four out of their last six games. In both of the losses, the offense was able to contribute at least three goals. The Devils have scored at least three goals in their last six games. The real issue comes from the number of goals they are allowing, giving up 3.39 goals per game this season.
Jesper Bratt has been the offensive powerhouse for the Devils so far this season. He is leading the team with 32 points, scoring ten goals, and assisting on 22 others. The Devils have five others players who have made it to 20 total points or more. The Devils have found themselves in the middle of the league in terms of scoring all season, averaging 2.89 goals per game.
New York Islanders Betting Analysis
The Islanders were supposed to be on a four-game Western road trip. Unfortunately, due to COVID precautions and the change in restrictions in Canada, the NHL decided to postpone their upcoming games. Was this a revenue-driven decision? Maybe, however, at the end of the day, it is a business, and they have to make sure they are making correct business decisions.
The Islanders count on Mathew Barzal as their offensive leader. He is leading the team with 21 total points, scoring six goals, and assisting on 15 others. Barzal is currently on an eight-game point streak. The Islanders are going to need to find a better offensive plan as they are currently 30th in the NHL in goals per game, scoring 2.29 goals.
Team Updates
The Devils are in a bad spot with injuries and COVID cases. After their game on January 8th, their goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood tested positive, making him the second goaltender with COVID and the third goaltender on the injured reserve list. The Islanders seem to be in a much better spot in that vein, with only four players currently listed on their list.
- The Devils have won four of their last ten games.
- The over has hit eight times in the last 10 Devils games.
- The Islanders have won five of their last ten games.
- The over has hit five times in the last ten games.
Devils vs. Islanders Betting Preview
With this being the third meeting between the two teams, there are not a lot of surprises heading into this one. One thing to be concerned with is the Devils having to turn to Jon Gillies at goaltender. He has a record of 0-1-1 and is giving up 5.95 goals per game in two starts.
The Islanders not playing for so long could be either great or brutal for them. While it is safe to assume that they were practicing, it is tough to simulate the emotions and feelings of playing an actual game.
Devils vs. Islanders Betting Prediction
Take the New York Islanders with your NHL Betting Pick
How to Bet on Devils vs. Islanders
Top sportsbooks have the Islanders as the favorite for this evening’s game. Because of the goaltender situation, it would be safe to assume that betting on the Islander’s moneyline would be the safest bet. If the Islanders had been playing heading into this game, then taking them to cover 1½ goals may have been an option. However, since they have been off for so long, it would be tough to assume they are going to come out firing.
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