Devils vs Avalanche Prediction
The New Jersey Devils and Colorado Avalanche face off on Tuesday in an NHL showdown at Ball Arena.
How do the Avalanche Bounce Back?
The Avalanche sit with a 7-3 record overall, but they looked awful in the last game. The Avalanche failed to score any goals against Vegas but the defense gave up seven goals and that led to the defeat. In two of the last three games, the Avs have been shutout, and they need to be more consistent with the offense. The Avs are averaging 3.1 goals while their defense is giving up 2.8 goals per game. If the offense is more consistent, this team can have a very special season.
Colorado Avalanche Player Prop Facts
- Valeri Nichushkin has recorded at least one point in each of his six previous appearances with his team as a home favorite against the Devils.
- Mikko Rantanen has scored a goal in three of the Avalanche's last four home games.
- Josh Manson has recorded at least one assist in six of his seven previous appearances with his team as a home favorite against the Devils.
- Mikko Rantanen ranks T1st in the league for Game Winning Goals (3) this season.
Devils Coming off Another Strong Win
The Devils sit with a 7-3-1 record overall, and they are coming off another victory in the last game. The Devils scored four goals against the Chicago Blackhawks and that was enough for the victory. Star player Jack Hughes is dealing with a shoulder injury and is now considered week to week. The Devils are averaging 3.91 goals while their defense is giving up 3.45 goals per game. The offense is ranked 3rd in the league, while the defense is ranked 24th. Jack Hughes has scored five goals and added 15 assists.
New Jersey Devils Player Prop Facts
- Tyler Toffoli has scored a goal in each of his last four appearances against the Avalanche.
- Jack Hughes has recorded at least one point in eight of his last nine appearances with the Devils as underdogs against Central Division opponents.
- John Marino has recorded an assist in five of the Devils' last six games.
- Jesper Bratt ranks 1st in the league for Power Play Points (13) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Colorado Avalanche ranks T2nd in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (92.50%).
- The Colorado Avalanche ranks 8th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.80).
- The New Jersey Devils ranks 1st in the league in power play percentage this season (42.86%).
- The New Jersey Devils ranks 3rd in the league for goals per game this season (3.91).
Shane’s Free Pick
The Devils offense has been good heading into this game and they have been consistent heading into this game. The Devils are averaging 3.91 goals per game and they are going to continue the success here. The Avs offense really struggled in the last game and they are going to really struggle in this game. Back the Devils on the money line to cash here.
