January 19, 2025 at 08:05 PM EST
Following a hectic Saturday in the NHL, we have only three games today, and here you can get the NHL Picks for Sunday 1/19/2025.
Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils Prediction 1/19/25 NHL Picks
Senators at Devils at 1 PM ET
The Ottawa Senators secured a win against the Bruins but faced a loss against the Capitals. They are currently averaging 2.87 goals per game and successfully converting 23.6 percent of their power play opportunities. Brady Tkachuk leads the team with 18 goals, while Tim Stutzle has amassed 30 assists, and Drake Batherson has taken 97 shots on goal. Defensively, the Senators allow an average of 2.78 goals per game and have a power play kill rate of 78.6 percent. Linus Ullmark has allowed 51 goals on 602 shots, and Anton Forsberg has given up 41 goals on 350 shots faced.
The New Jersey Devils experienced losses against the Maple Leafs and the Flyers. The team is currently averaging 3.06 goals per game and converting 28.4 percent of their power play opportunities. Nico Hischier is the top scorer for New Jersey with 22 goals, while Jack Hughes has recorded 37 assists, and Timo Meier has taken 137 shots on goal. On the defensive side, the Devils are allowing an average of 2.54 goals per game and successfully killing 81.7 percent of their opponents’ power plays. Jake Allen has conceded 38 goals from 369 shots faced, and Jacob Markstrom has allowed 75 goals from 859 shots.
The Pick:
The offensive output of the Devils has been inconsistent, particularly as they have recently faced a challenging schedule, with four of their last five games extending into overtime. On the other hand, the Ottawa Senators have been in excellent form, winning four out of their last five games, while their defense has restricted opponents to two or fewer goals in four of those matches. With both teams having played the previous day, there is a likelihood of increased scoring due to fatigue. The Senators present a valuable betting option, with the potential to yield 1.6 times your wager. It would be imprudent to bet on the Devils given their current performance. Go with the Senators.
New York Rangers vs Montreal Canadiens Prediction 1/19/25 NHL Picks
Rangers at Canadiens at 7 PM ET
This season, the New York Rangers have achieved a record of 22-20-3, following their recent shootout victory against Columbus, which concluded with a score of 1-0. Despite failing to score during regulation, the Rangers demonstrated exceptional defensive skills, ultimately securing the win in the shootout. The Rangers faced a slight disadvantage in shots, being outshot 27 to 26, but they performed well in face-offs, winning 60.5% of them, and had one power play opportunity that did not yield any goals. The standout players for New York included Chytil, Panarin, and Trocheck, each registering three shots on goal, while Shesterkin recorded a perfect performance by stopping all 27 shots directed at him.
This season, the Montreal Canadiens have recorded 22-19-4, following their latest game against Toronto, which concluded with a score of 7-3 in favor of the opposition. The Canadiens initially took a commanding 3-0 lead after the first period; however, they subsequently allowed seven unanswered goals, leading to their defeat. In the game, Montreal outshot Toronto 35-34, won 58.2% of face-offs, and managed to score once on five power-play attempts. The goals for Montreal were netted by Anderson, Dach, and Laine, while Montembeault stopped 27 of the 33 shots he faced.
The Pick:
The Rangers have secured wins in four of their previous five games, signaling a positive shift in their momentum. Conversely, Montreal has been among the most successful teams in the NHL lately. New York’s defensive unit has shown significant improvement, allowing two goals or fewer in three of their last five outings. I believe that the New York defense will once again exert control over the game, leading me to suggest a wager on the Under.
Detroit Red Wings vs Dallas Stars Prediction 1/19/25 NHL Picks
Red Wings at Stars at 8 PM ET
The Red Wings faced significant challenges on Saturday in their matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The offensive performance was subpar, managing to score only a single goal, while the defense proved to be an even greater concern, conceding five goals, which ultimately resulted in their defeat. Lucas Raymond stood out as the leading player for the Red Wings, contributing one goal. Goaltender Cam Talbot had a disappointing outing, stopping 11 of the 16 shots he encountered before being replaced after the fifth goal was allowed. Currently, the Red Wings average 2.91 goals per game, while their defense surrenders an average of 3.21 goals. The offense is positioned 20th in the league rankings, with the defense trailing at 25th.
The Stars competed against the Colorado Avalanche, where the offense managed to net three goals, but the defense conceded six, resulting in a loss. Casey DeSmith served as the goaltender, but his performance fell short, as he saved 30 out of 36 shots faced. Jason Robertson stood out as the leading player, contributing two goals and one assist. Currently, the Stars are averaging 3.15 goals per game, while their defense allows 2.53 goals. The offense ranks 10th in the league, with a shooting percentage of 10.29, placing them 20th overall.
The Pick:
The Red Wings’ offense has recorded an average of 2.91 goals per game this season, highlighting their ongoing difficulties in producing effective scoring. The Stars are anticipated to face comparable challenges, resulting in a game characterized by lower scoring. It is recommended to favor the Under in this scenario.