The New Jersey Devils will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The game will be held at PPG Paints Arena and is set to start at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ as these Eastern Metropolitan Division teams meet in this NHL regular season game.

Devils vs. Penguins Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Pittsburgh Penguins MoneyLine: -113. The Penguins have a strong home record and have won their last five games. The Devils have struggled on the road, losing their last two away games.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.0 (-119). Both teams have been scoring well recently, with the Penguins scoring five goals in their last game and the Devils allowing nine goals in their most recent game.

Team Trends

• The Pittsburgh Penguins have won their last five games, including a 5-1 win against the Carolina Hurricanes at home.
• New Jersey Devils lost their most recent game against the New York Islanders with a score of 0-9.
• The Penguins are currently ranked 5th in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.
• New Jersey Devils have a division record of 4-9 this season.
• Pittsburgh Penguins’ head coach is Dan Muse.

Devils vs Penguins Preview

The New Jersey Devils will play against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, January 8, 2026. This NHL regular season game will take place at PPG Paints Arena. Fans can watch it live on ESPN+ at 7:00 PM.

The Devils come into this game with a record of 22-19-2. The Penguins hold a record of 20-12-9. Both teams are part of the Eastern Metropolitan Division, making this a key game for both sides.

Pittsburgh Penguins: Key Players and Stats

Sidney Crosby is leading the Penguins with 47 points in 41 games. He has scored 24 goals and added 23 assists. Crosby also has 35 hits and 17 blocks. Bryan Rust has played 39 games, scoring 16 goals and 20 assists. He has 36 points this season. Rust has also contributed with 42 blocks. On defense, Erik Karlsson has 31 points in 41 games. He has 3 goals and 28 assists. Karlsson has also blocked 40 shots.

New Jersey Devils: Key Performers and Stats

Jesper Bratt leads the New Jersey Devils with 33 points in 43 games. He has scored 9 goals and provided 24 assists. Bratt also has 41 hits and 14 blocks. Nico Hischier is another top player for the Devils. In 43 games, he has 12 goals and 20 assists, totaling 32 points. Hischier also has 34 hits and 39 blocks. In the goalie department, Jake Allen has played 22 games. He has 11 wins and 9 losses with 567 saves. Allen has allowed 55 goals this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Penguins are a strong pick for the Money Line at -113. They have a solid home record and have won their last five games. This includes a recent win against the Blue Jackets, where they scored five goals. The Devils, on the other hand, have had trouble on the road, losing their last two away games. Their recent 9-0 loss to the Islanders shows their struggles.

The Over 6.0 at -119 is also a good choice. The Penguins have been scoring well, with five goals in their last game. The Devils have allowed nine goals in their most recent game. Both teams are capable of high-scoring games, making the Over a reasonable expectation. The Penguins’ offense, led by players like Sidney Crosby, adds to the likelihood of a high-scoring game.

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