New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction, Picks & Odds | 22 Apr 2025

Back Canes to Triumph

New Jersey Devils (42-33-7, 23-16-2 Away) play Carolina Hurricanes (47-30-5, 31-9-1 at Home) in this Stanley Cup Playoffs first round game at Lenovo Center. The Canes lead the series 1-0.

It’s time to side with the Hurricanes to record a regulation time victory against the Devils. They should have the upper hand and the -139 for our 3-Way Moneyline prediction looks a good price.

8 of Last 10 H2H Clashes Have Been Canes Wins

The previous clash between New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes was on Sunday, with the Canes registering a 4-1 win at Lenovo Center.

The Canes had 45 shots on goal. Logan Stankoven scored two goals, with Jalen Chatfield and Andrei Svechnikov also scoring. Goalie Frederik Andersen produced a great performance and had 23 saves (.958). The Devils registered 24 shots on goal. Jacob Markstroem recorded 41 saves (.932), with Nico Hischier scoring the only goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Canes have triumphed in eight of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Jacob Markstrom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	2-1-0	3.9	.845	0
23/24	23-23-0	2.78	.905	2

Frederik Andersen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	4-1-0	2.7	.901	0
23/24	13-2-0	1.84	.932	3

4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 2.3 goals from 25.5 shots on goal, with a 19.2% powerplay efficiency. The Devils have been giving up 3.3 goals from 26.7 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.1%.

Nico Hischier is the top points scorer with 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, with Timo Meier racking up 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Jacob Markstroem have a 2.54 goal against average with a .912 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Canes have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 33.2 shots on goal, with a 15.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.7 goals from 24.4 shots, averaging 4.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.8%.

The top points scorer is Seth Jarvis with 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, while Logan Stankoven is next in line after registering 6 points, 5 goals and 1 assist. Goalie Frederik Andersen have a 3.62 GAA with a .855 SV%.

New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

We can’t resist going for Carolina Hurricanes on the 60-minute line, with our pick made with confidence and there is -139 available that they win this NHL clash in regulation time.

Our NHL picks are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Devils vs Hurricanes stats:

• Hurricanes have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• Hurricanes have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Devils have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Devils have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Devils have lost their last 2 games.
• Devils have lost their last 2 games against Hurricanes.

Canes 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 58.1% prospect of winning. After careful examination, our cappers calculate this probability to be somewhere between 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

It’s worth considering all the options. If you’re looking for tastier odds about Carolina to win and a certain number of goals to be scored, then make a selection on the Match Winner & Goals lines.

Best Bet

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jesper Bratt Over 1.5 Shots -164

Jesper Bratt (Devils) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 4 straight games. We’re anticipating that he is able to perform well and cover the line, with odds of -164 currently available.

Latest Jesper Bratt Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+335

First

+1600

Shots on Goal

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

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Correct Score Prediction

Devils 3 - 6 Hurricanes

New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Have Canes as Heavy Favorites

Carolina Hurricanes have short betting odds and they’re overwhelming -278 favorites for this game. This means the sportsbooks give them a 74% chance of winning. The market suggests that New Jersey Devils are least likely to win at +225.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at +112.

If you’re wagering on the National Hockey League, we recommend heading to the betting sites and scanning through the huge selection of game lines and team props. There’s a chance to bet pre-game and in-game.

Moneyline

Devils

+225

Hurricanes

-278

3-Way Moneyline

Devils

+330

Tie

+370

Hurricanes

-156

Puck Line

Devils +1.5

-123

Hurricanes -1.5

+102

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-141

Over 5.5

+112

Sebastian Favorite to Be First Goalscorer

Sebastian is available at +155 when it comes to Anytime Goalscorer. The favorite is now priced at odds of +850 to find the net first.

Player Goals

Sebastian (Hurricanes)

First

+155

Anytime

+850

Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)

First

+155

Anytime

+850

Andrei Svechnikov (Hurricanes)

First

+225

Anytime

+1150

Timo Meier (Devils)

First

+235

Anytime

+1150

Jackson Blake (Hurricanes)

First

+240

Anytime

+1200

Nico Hischier (Devils)

First

+255

Anytime

+1200

Taylor Hall (Hurricanes)

First

+275

Anytime

+1300

Logan Stankoven (Hurricanes)

First

+275

Anytime

+1300

Jesper Bratt (Devils)

First

+335

Anytime

+1600

Jesperi Kotkaniemi (Hurricanes)

First

+350

Anytime

+1600

Dawson Mercer (Devils)

First

+350

Anytime

+1600

Jordan Martinook (Hurricanes)

First

+380

Anytime

+1700

Jack Roslovic (Hurricanes)

First

+380

Anytime

+1700

Stefan Noesen (Devils)

First

+390

Anytime

+1800

Jordan Staal (Hurricanes)

First

+420

Anytime

+1900

Eric Robinson (Hurricanes)

First

+460

Anytime

+2000

Erik Haula (Devils)

First

+475

Anytime

+2000

Shayne Gostisbehere (Hurricanes)

First

+510

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)

Over 2.5

-110

Under 2.5

-118

Andrei Svechnikov (Hurricanes)

Over 2.5

+140

Under 2.5

-185

Timo Meier (Devils)

Over 2.5

-123

Under 2.5

-105

Nico Hischier (Devils)

Over 1.5

-149

Under 1.5

+115

Taylor Hall (Hurricanes)

Over 1.5

-133

Under 1.5

+103

Logan Stankoven (Hurricanes)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+150

Jesper Bratt (Devils)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Dawson Mercer (Devils)

Over 1.5

-139

Under 1.5

+105

Stefan Noesen (Devils)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-118

Erik Haula (Devils)

Over 1.5

+110

Under 1.5

-143

Shayne Gostisbehere (Hurricanes)

Over 1.5

-114

Under 1.5

-114

Micro Betting

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Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New Jersey Devils Stats

Carolina Hurricanes Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.20 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.90 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 27.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.1
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 30.7
• Hits: 31.7
• Giveaways: 13.4
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 25.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.1
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 30
• Hits: 30.5
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.7

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 27.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 32.1
• Hits: 43
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 32
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 7.2
• Blocks: 13.9
• Faceoff Wins : 30.7
• Hits: 38.5
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups