New Jersey Devils vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Nov 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Devils vs Lightning

The New Jersey Devils clash with the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, November 18.

Over 5.5 could be on the menu when the Devils and the Lightning meet on the rink. We’re more than happy to back this prediction at odds of -132.

New Jersey Devils have won two on the spin, triumphing 3-2 (SO) in their previous game. This was on the road against Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. Luke Hughes and Arseni Gritsyuk each scored one goal. Goalie Jake Allen had 29 saves (.935).

Tampa Bay Lightning were beaten 6-2 at Benchmark International Arena in their last game, being turned over at home to Vancouver Canucks. Nikita Kucherov and Jake Guentzel each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Devils have won the last two meetings against the Lightning. They triumphed 3-2 (OT) at Prudential Center and then 5-3 at Benchmark International Arena. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in seven Lightning victories.

Starting Goalies

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

Andrei Vasilevskiy (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	39-15-4	2.3	.911	2
23/24	30-20-2	2.9	.900	2

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 29.5 shots on goal, with a 17.4% powerplay efficiency. The Devils have given up 3.3 goals from 29.5 shots, averaging 2.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 76.0%.

Jack Hughes is the top points scorer with 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists, with Dawson Mercer racking up 8 points, 6 goals and 2 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Jake Allen have a 2.71 goal against average with a .903 save percentage.

The Lightning have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 27.6 shots on goal, with a 7.8% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 24.4 shots, averaging 4.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.0%.

The top points scorer is Brandon Hagel with 12 points, 7 goals and 5 assists, while Nikita Kucherov is next in line after having 9 points, 6 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy have a 2.22 GAA with a .911 SV%.

New Jersey Devils vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction & Picks

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Game Prediction

The -132 looks too good to miss for our pick. We’re expecting this bet to deliver when it comes to going over the goal line in this NHL encounter.

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Key Devils vs Lightning stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Devils games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Devils games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Lightning games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Lightning games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Lightning games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

The best sportsbooks make it a 56.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Brayden Point Over 1.5 Shots -185

Brayden Point (Lightning) has totaled Over 1.5 shots on goal in 4 straight games at home. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the -185 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Devils 5 - 2 Lightning

Let’s take a chance on the +2200 available that the Devils secure a 5-2 victory. There’s a nice potential return waiting if we’re able to predict the correct score.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Devils

Lightning

1-0

Devils

+5000

Lightning

+4500

2-0

Devils

+5000

Lightning

+4000

2-1

Devils

+1400

Lightning

+1200

3-0

Devils

+3500

Lightning

+2500

3-1

Devils

+2000

Lightning

+1500

3-2

Devils

+900

Lightning

+750

4-0

Devils

+5500

Lightning

+3000

4-1

Devils

+2000

Lightning

+1300

4-2

Devils

+1900

Lightning

+1400

4-3

Devils

+1150

Lightning

+1000

5-0

Devils

+10000

Lightning

+5500

5-1

Devils

+3500

Lightning

+2000

5-2

Devils

+2200

Lightning

+1500

5-3

Devils

+2900

Lightning

+2200

5-4

Devils

+2400

Lightning

+2000

6-0

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+8000

6-1

Devils

+9000

Lightning

+4500

6-2

Devils

+5000

Lightning

+2800

6-3

Devils

+4000

Lightning

+2800

6-4

Devils

+6000

Lightning

+5000

6-5

Devils

+6000

Lightning

+5500

7-0

Devils

+6000

Lightning

+12500

7-1

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+8000

7-2

Devils

+12500

Lightning

+7000

7-3

Devils

+8000

Lightning

+5500

7-4

Devils

+9000

Lightning

+6600

7-5

Devils

+13000

Lightning

+11000

7-6

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+13000

8-1

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+13000

8-2

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+12000

8-3

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+12500

8-4

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+12000

8-5

Devils

+14000

Lightning

+14000

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New Jersey Devils vs Tampa Bay Lightning 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.

With a 62% chance of securing victory, Tampa Bay Lightning are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -164. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +136 about New Jersey Devils.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 5.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you’re wanting to back Over 5.5, the odds are -128.

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Moneyline

Devils

+136

Lightning

-164

3-Way Moneyline

Devils

+220

Tie

+310

Lightning

-100

Puck Line

Devils +1.5

-189

Lightning -1.5

+152

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+104

Over 5.5

-128

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New Jersey Devils Stats

Tampa Bay Lightning Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 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 not covered the -1.5 puck line in any of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.40 pts and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 29.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 5.3
• Blocks: 17.6
• Faceoff Wins : 27.5
• Hits: 18.9
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 30
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 7.1
• Blocks: 16.2
• Faceoff Wins : 29.2
• Hits: 20.3
• Giveaways: 17.7
• Takeaways: 4.3

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 27.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 12.2
• Blocks: 13.1
• Faceoff Wins : 25.1
• Hits: 19.6
• Giveaways: 13.8
• Takeaways: 3.8

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 28.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 13
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.6
• Hits: 23.3
• Giveaways: 15.8
• Takeaways: 3.7

Injuries & Suspensions

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