New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Devils vs Golden Knights

The New Jersey Devils square off against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Wednesday, December 17.

There’s a strong case that the Golden Knights win in regulation time and that means wagering the home team on the 3-Way Moneyline. You can get a juicy -118 that they overcome the Devils.

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New Jersey Devils lost when they last took to the ice. At Prudential Center, they were turned over 2-1 at home to Vancouver Canucks. Luke Hughes was the solitary scorer after Devils registered 26 shots.

Vegas Golden Knights made it back-to-back wins in their last game. It was a 3-2 road triumph at Nationwide Arena when meeting Columbus Blue Jackets. Mitchell Marner recorded 3 points, all of them were assists. Goalie Carter Hart made 27 saves (.931).

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was the Knights who came out on top when they last played the Devils. At Prudential Center, a 3-0 win was recorded. The Knights have beaten the Devils in the past four meetings. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Jacob Markstrom (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-7-1	3.6	.874	0
23/24	23-23-0	2.78	.905	2

Akira Schmid (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-2-4	2.3	.903	2
23/24	5-9-0	3.15	.895	0

3 wins and 7 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 28.9 shots on goal, with a 10.8% powerplay efficiency. The Devils have given up 3.4 goals from 29.2 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 71.4%.

Jesper Bratt is the top points scorer with 7 points, 1 goal and 6 assists, with Paul Cotter racking up 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Jacob Markstroem have a 3.55 goal against average with a .875 save percentage.

The Knights have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.8 goals from 29.0 shots on goal, with a 21.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 23.9 shots, averaging 3.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.0%.

The top points scorer is Jack Eichel with 12 points, 2 goals and 10 assists, while Mark Stone is next best after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Carter Hart have a 2.61 GAA with a .899 SV%.

New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction & Picks

Explore our top New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights betting tips, including a match prediction, correct score forecast, player performance props and a bet builder ready to use.

Game Prediction

The value wager could involve heading to the 60-minute line where you can bet on Vegas Golden Knights to win this NHL encounter. Our pick is currently available at an attractive -118.

Our team of expert NHL handicappers track current injuries closely. Combined with recent form, this helps us identify the best value odds. A data-led approach backed by key stats and the latest team news keeps our hockey analysis sharp.

Key Devils vs Golden Knights stats:

• Golden Knights have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Golden Knights have won 6 of their last 10 games.
• Golden Knights have won 2 consecutive games.
• Devils have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Devils have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Golden Knights have won the last 4 games between these teams.

Knights 3-Way Moneyline Probability

According to the top betting sites, there’s a 54.1% chance of our pick landing a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Mark Stone Over 1.5 Shots -175

Mark Stone (Golden Knights) has covered the 1.5 shots on goal total in 3 straight games. The stats suggest that he can oblige with our Overs wager and we’re more than happy to take the -175 available.

Latest Mark Stone Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+200

First

+1100

Assists

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-105

Shots on Goal

Over 1.5

-175

Under 1.5

+130

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Correct Score Prediction

Devils 2 - 4 Golden Knights

A 4-2 win in favor of the Golden Knights is available at odds of +1300. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Devils

Golden Knights

1-0

Devils

+4500

Knights

+4000

2-0

Devils

+4500

Knights

+3300

2-1

Devils

+1400

Knights

+1100

3-0

Devils

+3500

Knights

+2000

3-1

Devils

+2000

Knights

+1400

3-2

Devils

+950

Knights

+750

4-0

Devils

+5500

Knights

+2400

4-1

Devils

+2200

Knights

+1100

4-2

Devils

+2000

Knights

+1300

4-3

Devils

+1300

Knights

+1050

5-0

Devils

+11000

Knights

+4500

5-1

Devils

+4000

Knights

+1700

5-2

Devils

+2500

Knights

+1400

5-3

Devils

+3400

Knights

+2400

5-4

Devils

+2900

Knights

+2400

6-0

Devils

+2900

Knights

+6600

6-1

Devils

+10000

Knights

+4000

6-2

Devils

+5500

Knights

+2500

6-3

Devils

+5000

Knights

+2900

6-4

Devils

+7500

Knights

+5500

6-5

Devils

+7000

Knights

+6000

7-0

Devils

+7000

Knights

+11000

7-1

Devils

+7000

Knights

+7000

7-2

Devils

+14000

Knights

+6600

7-3

Devils

+10000

Knights

+5500

7-4

Devils

+11000

Knights

+7500

7-5

Devils

+11000

Knights

+12500

8-1

Devils

+11000

Knights

+11000

8-2

Devils

+11000

Knights

+11000

8-3

Devils

+11000

Knights

+12500

8-4

Devils

+11000

Knights

+12500

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New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights 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.

With a 65% chance of securing victory, Vegas Golden Knights are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -185. The market suggests that New Jersey Devils are least likely to win at +152.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 5.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you fancy Over 5.5, this outcome can be backed at -105.

Whether you’re wagering pre-game or in-game, the best NHL betting sites offer a huge selection of team props and game lines. With practically endless options, it’s great to have so many alternatives to match your view of the encounter.

Moneyline

Devils

+152

Knights

-185

3-Way Moneyline

Devils

+255

Tie

+330

Knights

-118

Puck Line

Devils +1.5

-169

Knights -1.5

+138

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-115

Over 5.5

-105

Favorite Jack Eichel is now available at +900 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Player Goals

Jack Eichel (Knights)

First

+150

Anytime

+900

Pavel Dorofeyev (Knights)

First

+190

Anytime

+1100

Tomas Hertl (Knights)

First

+190

Anytime

+1100

Nico Hischier (Devils)

First

+195

Anytime

+1200

Mark Stone (Knights)

First

+200

Anytime

+1100

Mitch Marner (Knights)

First

+240

Anytime

+1400

Jesper Bratt (Devils)

First

+275

Anytime

+1700

Dawson Mercer (Devils)

First

+300

Anytime

+1800

Ivan Barbashev (Knights)

First

+325

Anytime

+1800

Stefan Noesen (Devils)

First

+360

Anytime

+2200

Connor Brown (Devils)

First

+425

Anytime

+2200

Braeden Bowman (Knights)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Brett Howden (Knights)

First

+500

Anytime

+2500

Cody Glass (Devils)

First

+500

Anytime

+2500

Ondrej Palat (Devils)

First

+500

Anytime

+2500

Brandon Saad (Knights)

First

+525

Anytime

+2500

Paul Cotter (Devils)

First

+550

Anytime

+3000

Shea Theodore (Knights)

First

+575

Anytime

+3000

Dougie Hamilton (Devils)

First

+650

Anytime

+3300

Noah Hanifin (Knights)

First

+700

Anytime

+3300

Luke Hughes (Devils)

First

+700

Anytime

+3500

Juho Lammikko (Devils)

First

+800

Anytime

+3500

Xavier Parent (Devils)

First

+825

Anytime

+4000

Colton Sissons (Knights)

First

+900

Anytime

+4000

Angus Crookshank (Devils)

First

+900

Anytime

+4500

Cole Reinhardt (Knights)

First

+1100

Anytime

+4500

Keegan Kolesar (Knights)

First

+1100

Anytime

+5000

Luke Glendening (Devils)

First

+1300

Anytime

+5500

Brayden McNabb (Knights)

First

+1400

Anytime

+6000

Jonas Siegenthaler (Devils)

First

+1700

Anytime

+6600

Player Assists

Jack Eichel (Knights)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

+115

Mitch Marner (Knights)

Over 0.5

-135

Under 0.5

-100

Mark Stone (Knights)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-105

Jesper Bratt (Devils)

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-125

Nico Hischier (Devils)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-161

Shea Theodore (Knights)

Over 0.5

+150

Under 0.5

-200

Luke Hughes (Devils)

Over 0.5

+150

Under 0.5

-200

Tomas Hertl (Knights)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-233

Ivan Barbashev (Knights)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-286

Dawson Mercer (Devils)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-303

Pavel Dorofeyev (Knights)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-323

Dougie Hamilton (Devils)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-323

Braeden Bowman (Knights)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-323

Stefan Noesen (Devils)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-455

Player Shots

Jack Eichel (Knights)

Over 2.5

-161

Under 2.5

+120

Pavel Dorofeyev (Knights)

Over 2.5

-125

Under 2.5

-110

Tomas Hertl (Knights)

Over 2.5

+125

Under 2.5

-175

Nico Hischier (Devils)

Over 2.5

+145

Under 2.5

-200

Dougie Hamilton (Devils)

Over 2.5

+120

Under 2.5

-161

Mark Stone (Knights)

Over 1.5

-175

Under 1.5

+130

Mitch Marner (Knights)

Over 1.5

-135

Under 1.5

-100

Jesper Bratt (Devils)

Over 1.5

-189

Under 1.5

+140

Dawson Mercer (Devils)

Over 1.5

-120

Under 1.5

-110

Stefan Noesen (Devils)

Over 1.5

+110

Under 1.5

-149

Braeden Bowman (Knights)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-135

Shea Theodore (Knights)

Over 1.5

-175

Under 1.5

+130

Luke Hughes (Devils)

Over 1.5

-175

Under 1.5

+130

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New Jersey Devils Stats

Vegas Golden Knights Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 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 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 1 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 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.50 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 2.50 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.00 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 2.90 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.6
• Blocks: 16.8
• Faceoff Wins : 30.3
• Hits: 19.8
• Giveaways: 16.4
• Takeaways: 5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 30.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 2.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.1
• Blocks: 13.1
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 17.7
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 4.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 6.3
• Blocks: 16.5
• Faceoff Wins : 29
• Hits: 17.9
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 31
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 6.3
• Blocks: 16.6
• Faceoff Wins : 29.8
• Hits: 18.8
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 4.6

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Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

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