The New Jersey Devils (38-37-5) travel to face off against the Philadelphia Flyers (37-32-11) on Saturday, April 13th. This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and televised on NBCS. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Puck drop is set for 5:00 ET.
Devils vs Flyers
The New Jersey Devils Are Coming Off A Win
Heading into this game, the Devils are 12th in the Eastern Conference with 81 points. Over their last ten games, they have gone 4-6 and have a record of 38-37-5 overall.
On the road, New Jersey has gone 21-17-2 this season and have won their last two games away from home. Against teams from the Eastern Conference, they have gone 23-25 this season.
On the road this season, the Devils have gone 21-19 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin is +.1 goals per game. So far, New Jersey has been the underdog in 29 games, going 15-14 against the puck line in those contests.
Overall, the Devils have a puck line record of 30-50, and in their last ten games, they have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line. In their last five road games, the team’s puck line record is also 3-2.
In their last game, the Devils went up against the Maple Leafs and emerged as winners with a score of 6-5. Throughout the game against the Maple Leafs, Devils’ offense managed to score in every single period. Of New Jersey’s six goals, three came while in power play. They ended the game with 20 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.
New Jersey was the underdog going into the game and picked up a win against the puck line. The over/under line going into the game was 6.5 goals, which the teams surpassed with their combined 11 goals.
The Philadelphia Flyers Are Coming Off A Win
At 37-32-11, the Flyers are in 11th place in the Eastern Conference and 6th in the Metropolitan Division. In their last ten games, Philadelphia is just 2-8, and they have lost their last two games as the favorite. When playing at home this season, the Flyers are 19-16-4.
Over their last five games, the Flyers are just 1-4, and they have lost two straight games as the favorite. In games where they are favored, Philadelphia has gone 13-10-3 this season. In the Eastern Conference, the Flyers have gone 18-30.
At home, the Flyers are 16-23 against the puck line this season and have a puck line record of 45-35 overall. So far, Philadelphia has had 21 wins by multiple goals and has an average scoring margin of -0.3 goals per game.
Philadelphia’s puck line record as the favorite is 6-20, and they have dropped seven straight games against the puck line when favored. In their last ten games at home, the Flyers have gone just 4-6 against the puck line and have a puck line record of 3-7 in their last ten games overall.
The Flyers recently played against the Rangers and secured a win with a score of 4-1. In all three periods, the Flyers’ offense found the net against the Rangers. In the game, Philadelphia managed to score all four goals at even strength. They concluded with 26 shots on goal and committed 0 turnovers.
Philadelphia was the underdog going into the game and picked up a win against the puck line. The game finished below the over/under line of 6 with a combined total of 5 goals.
New Jersey Offense Breakdown
Offensively, the Devils come into the game at 3.3 goals per contest placing 9th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 12th position in the league. This season, the Devils have a 23-17 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 13-19 record.
For the season, the over/under record of the Devils’ stands at 46-33-1. They have had 47 games during the season that exceeded the 6.5 over/under line. On average, their games are averaging 6.8 goals per game.
Flyers Offense Breakdown
On offense, the Flyers are averaging 2.9 goals per game which is 24th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 3rd in the league. The Flyers went 26-21 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 8-11.
This season, the Flyers’ have an over/under record of 34-41-5. Throughout the season, they have played 46 games that did not exceed the 6.5 over/under line. On average, their games are averaging 6.2 goals per game.
New Jersey Team Defense
New Jersey defense takes on the Flyers ranked 16th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.9 shots per game against New Jersey. They also are 30th in shutouts, with 1 shutouts.
Philadelphia Team Defense
Defensively, the Flyers come into the season ranked 31st in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 27.2 shots per game against Philadelphia. For the season, they are ranked 20th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.
Devils vs Flyers Trends
- New Jersey has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.
- In their last ten games at home, the Flyers have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 4-6 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.
- Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Philadelphia has an puck line mark of 2-1 while going 1-2 straight up.
- As the betting favorite, the Devils have an puck line mark of just 3-7 in their last ten games. New Jersey posted a straight up mark of 4-6 in these matchups.
Devils vs Flyers Prediction
For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Flyers to secure a victory over the Devils at home. With the moneyline currently set at -123, I’m locking in my bet on the Flyers straight-up.
If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Devils to cover. Even if the Flyers manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Devils should cover the puck line.
When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.
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Last updated:April 13, 2024 Devils, Flyers