Utah Mammoth vs New Jersey Devils Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Mammoth vs Devils

The Utah Mammoth square off against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, with face-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, January 3.

The best betting angle could be Under 5.5 goals, especially when it’s priced at odds of -104. The Mammoth and the Devils may fall short of the mark.

Utah Mammoth triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where New York Islanders were beaten 7-2 at UBS Arena. Dylan Guenther was able to score a hat trick and also record 1 assist.

New Jersey Devils have lost their last three home games. Most recently, they won on the road when beating Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 at Nationwide Arena. Nico Hischier, Luke Hughes and Arseni Gritsyuk each scored one goal. Goalie Jake Allen made a total of 33 saves (.943).

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was the Devils who came out on top when they last played the Mammoth. At Delta Center, a 2-1 win was recorded. In the past 3 meetings between these teams, the Devils have won all of them.

Starting Goalies

Karel Vejmelka (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	38-20-3	2.8	.896	2
23/24	13-19-2	3.35	.895	1

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

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 28.6 shots on goal, with a 18.4% powerplay efficiency. The Mammoth have been giving up 2.8 goals from 26.2 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.3%.

Dylan Guenther is the top points scorer with 13 points, 9 goals and 4 assists, with Nick Schmaltz recording 10 points, 3 goals and 7 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Karel Vejmelka have a 2.73 goal against average with a .898 save percentage.

The Devils have 4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.0 goals from 30.3 shots on goal, with a 15.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.8 goals from 29.9 shots, averaging 2.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 75.0%.

The top points scorer is Luke Hughes with 6 points, 3 goals and 3 assists, while Connor Brown is next best after having 5 points, 3 goals and 2 assists. Goalie Jake Allen have a 2.52 GAA with a .920 SV%.

Utah Mammoth vs New Jersey Devils Prediction & Picks

Be fully equipped for Utah Mammoth vs New Jersey Devils with our betting guide, offering a key match prediction, a correct score recommendation, top player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Unders could be on the cards and there’s a chance to back this outcome at an appealing -104. Our pick for this NHL clash means that we need five goals or less.

Injuries can influence the outcome and our NHL handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.

Key Mammoth vs Devils stats:

• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Mammoth games on the road.
• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Mammoth games on the road.
• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Devils games.
• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Devils games.
• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Devils games.
• The 5.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Under 5.5 Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 51% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Dawson Mercer Over 1.5 Shots -149

Dawson Mercer (Devils) has finished with Over 1.5 shots on goal in 7 straight games. We recommend backing the -149 that he is able to cover the line, with this Shots on Goal wager hopefully providing a return.

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Correct Score Prediction

Mammoth 4 - 1 Devils

We’ve picked out a correct score of 4-1 being landed by the Mammoth. You can secure odds of +1600 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Mammoth

Devils

1-0

Mammoth

+4500

Devils

+4500

2-0

Mammoth

+4000

Devils

+4000

2-1

Mammoth

+1300

Devils

+1300

3-0

Mammoth

+3000

Devils

+2800

3-1

Mammoth

+1800

Devils

+1700

3-2

Mammoth

+850

Devils

+800

4-0

Mammoth

+4000

Devils

+3500

4-1

Mammoth

+1600

Devils

+1500

4-2

Mammoth

+1600

Devils

+1500

4-3

Mammoth

+1100

Devils

+1050

5-0

Mammoth

+7500

Devils

+6600

5-1

Mammoth

+2800

Devils

+2400

5-2

Mammoth

+1900

Devils

+1700

5-3

Mammoth

+2500

Devils

+2400

5-4

Mammoth

+2200

Devils

+2200

6-0

Mammoth

+12000

Devils

+10000

6-1

Mammoth

+6600

Devils

+5500

6-2

Mammoth

+3500

Devils

+3300

6-3

Mammoth

+3500

Devils

+3000

6-4

Mammoth

+5500

Devils

+5000

6-5

Mammoth

+5500

Devils

+5500

7-0

Mammoth

+5500

Devils

+14000

7-1

Mammoth

+12000

Devils

+10000

7-2

Mammoth

+10000

Devils

+8000

7-3

Mammoth

+7000

Devils

+6000

7-4

Mammoth

+8000

Devils

+7000

7-5

Mammoth

+12500

Devils

+12000

7-6

Mammoth

+13000

Devils

+13000

8-1

Mammoth

+13000

Devils

+14000

8-2

Mammoth

+13000

Devils

+14000

8-3

Mammoth

+13000

Devils

+14000

8-4

Mammoth

+14000

Devils

+12500

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Utah Mammoth 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 regarded as having a 54% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -118. The market suggests that Utah Mammoth are least likely to win at -102.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 5.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 5.5 at -114.

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Moneyline

Mammoth

-102

Devils

-118

3-Way Moneyline

Mammoth

+160

Tie

+320

Devils

+133

Puck Line

Mammoth +1.5

-263

Devils -1.5

+210

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-106

Over 5.5

-114

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Utah Mammoth Stats

New Jersey Devils Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 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 1 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.30 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 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.10 pts and allowed 2.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 4.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 2 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 2.10 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.20 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 28.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.8
• Blocks: 18.9
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 16.6
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 3.6

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 26.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 16.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.4
• Hits: 19.5
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 3.9

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 30.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 16.8
• Faceoff Wins : 29.2
• Hits: 18.4
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 18.8
• Faceoff Wins : 29.4
• Hits: 20.7
• Giveaways: 15.5
• Takeaways: 4.7

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