Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Red Wings vs Devils

The Detroit Red Wings clash with the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, with face-off scheduled for 18:00 on Sunday, March 8.

If you’re looking for a value bet, then -114 that the Devils beat the Red Wings certainly stands out. We’re expecting them to win on the Moneyline and there are attractive odds available.

Detroit Red Wings have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at Little Caesars Arena, they were turned over 3-1 by Florida Panthers. Red Wings racked up 29 shots and Alex DeBrincat bagged the only goal.

New Jersey Devils were winners for the fourth straight time in their last game. Landing a 6-3 home victory against New York Rangers at Prudential Center. Jack Hughes had a hat trick and 1 assist.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Devils had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Prudential Center, they recorded a 4-3 win over the Red Wings. In the past 10 games between the teams, the Devils have won six.

Starting Goalies

John Gibson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	29-22-4	2.7	.901	4
23/24	13-27-1	3.54	.888	0

Jacob Markstrom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	23-19-1	3.1	.883	1
23/24	23-23-0	2.78	.905	2

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 1.9 goals from 26.7 shots on goal, with a 8.1% powerplay efficiency. The Red Wings have given up 3.0 goals from 25.3 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.4%.

Alex DeBrincat is the top points scorer with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, with Dylan Larkin racking up 8 points, 3 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie John Gibson have a 2.30 goal against average with a .904 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Devils have 5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.4 goals from 31.6 shots on goal, with a 11.1% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.6 goals from 26.3 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.9%.

The top points scorer is Jack Hughes with 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, while Jesper Bratt is next in line after having 9 points, 2 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Jacob Markstroem have a 2.13 GAA with a .918 SV%.

Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils Prediction & Picks

Our expert Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop guidance to a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

We can’t resist going for New Jersey Devils on the Moneyline, with our pick made with confidence and there is -114 available that the home team win this NHL encounter.

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Key Red Wings vs Devils stats:

• Devils have won 4 consecutive games.
• Red Wings have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Red Wings have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Red Wings have lost their last 2 games.
• Devils have won 6 of their last 10 games against Red Wings.

Devils Moneyline Probability

If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 53.2% chance of delivering a return. After careful examination, our cappers calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jesper Bratt Over 0.5 Assists +170

Jesper Bratt (Devils) has made one assist or more in 5 straight home games. On the basis of this stat, we can shoot for him to once again cover the Player Assists line and this looks big at +170.

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Correct Score Prediction

Red Wings 2 - 3 Devils

Let’s go for the Devils to win 3-2, a bet which is available at +850. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Red Wings

Devils

1-0

Red Wings

+4500

Devils

+4500

2-0

Red Wings

+4000

Devils

+4500

2-1

Red Wings

+1300

Devils

+1300

3-0

Red Wings

+2800

Devils

+3000

3-1

Red Wings

+1700

Devils

+1800

3-2

Red Wings

+800

Devils

+850

4-0

Red Wings

+3500

Devils

+4000

4-1

Red Wings

+1400

Devils

+1600

4-2

Red Wings

+1500

Devils

+1600

4-3

Red Wings

+1050

Devils

+1100

5-0

Red Wings

+6600

Devils

+8000

5-1

Red Wings

+2400

Devils

+2800

5-2

Red Wings

+1700

Devils

+1900

5-3

Red Wings

+2400

Devils

+2500

5-4

Red Wings

+2200

Devils

+2200

6-0

Red Wings

+10000

Devils

+12000

6-1

Red Wings

+5500

Devils

+7000

6-2

Red Wings

+3300

Devils

+4000

6-3

Red Wings

+3000

Devils

+3500

6-4

Red Wings

+5000

Devils

+5500

6-5

Red Wings

+5500

Devils

+5500

7-1

Red Wings

+10000

Devils

+12000

7-2

Red Wings

+8000

Devils

+10000

7-3

Red Wings

+6000

Devils

+7000

7-4

Red Wings

+7000

Devils

+8000

7-5

Red Wings

+12000

Devils

+12500

7-6

Red Wings

+13000

Devils

+13000

8-2

Red Wings

+14000

Devils

+14000

8-3

Red Wings

+14000

Devils

+14000

8-4

Red Wings

+12500

Devils

+14000

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Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

New Jersey Devils are -114 to win against Detroit Red Wings who are priced at betting odds of -105. In the eyes of the leading sportsbooks, the home team are regarded as 53% likely to claim a victory.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 5.5 right now. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on Totals. If you want to wager Over 5.5, there are odds of -118.

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Moneyline

Red Wings

-105

Devils

-114

3-Way Moneyline

Red Wings

+132

Tie

+310

Devils

+163

Puck Line

Red Wings +1.5

-263

Devils -1.5

+205

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-104

Over 5.5

-118

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Detroit Red Wings Stats

New Jersey Devils Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 4.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 1.90 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.50 pts and allowed 2.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 26.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7
• Blocks: 14.7
• Faceoff Wins : 29.3
• Hits: 17
• Giveaways: 12.9
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 6.4
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 30
• Hits: 18.8
• Giveaways: 13.1
• Takeaways: 4.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 31.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 6.9
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 28.7
• Hits: 17.8
• Giveaways: 16.9
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 31.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 5.9
• Blocks: 11.5
• Faceoff Wins : 24.4
• Hits: 16.8
• Giveaways: 16.1
• Takeaways: 5.1

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