New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers Prediction NHL Picks 12/2/24

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New York Rangers (13-9-1) vs New Jersey Devils (16-9-2)

December 2, 2024 at 07:00 PM EST

The Line: Betting Odds: New York Rangers -125 / New Jersey Devils +101 — Over/Under: 7.5

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In this article, we will formulate a New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers Prediction for this NHL game on Sunday, December 1st, at Madison Square Garden.  To formulate this prediction, we will look at: 

-The Devils’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Rangers’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving New Jersey

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving New York

-Recent betting trends in games played between New Jersey and New York

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Devils and Rangers. 

Devils Look to Bounce Back

The Devils faced off against the Capitals on Saturday and they were competitive but they ended up losing 6-5. They gave up three goals in the second period and that led to the defeat. Stefan Noesen finished with two goals. Jake Allen started in goal and he saved 22 of the 26 shots. Two games ago against the Red Wings the Devils were able to secure the 5-4 victory. The Devils are averaging 3.48 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.79 goals per game. The offense is ranked 8th in the league while the defense is ranked 6th. Jesper Bratt scored 11 goals and added 12 assists. The Devils will meet the Kraken, Avalanche, and Maple Leafs after this game.

Why the Devils Will Beat the Rangers

  • The Rangers have lost each of their last four night games.
  • The Devils have won each of their last four night games following a loss.
  • The Rangers have failed to cover the puck line in eight of their last nine games at Madison Square Garden.
  • The Devils have covered the puck line in four of their last five games following a loss.
  • The Devils have won the second period in each of their last four games as favorites following a loss.

Rangers Look to Build on Last Game

The Rangers faced off against the Montreal Canadiens in the last game and they were able to secure the win. The Rangers scored four goals and that was enough for the victory. Artemi Panarin had a strong game scoring a goal and adding an assist. In this game, the offense is going to need to get out to a fast start here. The Rangers are averaging 3.26 goals while their defense is giving up 2.83 goals per game. The offense is ranked 11th in the league while the defense is ranked 7th. 

New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers Prediction

Give me the Devils here. On the road, the Devils have actually been better than at home, and they are going to continue that success here. The Devils’ offense has so much confidence heading into this game and they are going to get the offense out to a fast start. The Rangers offense isn’t going to have an answer, and the Devils are going to find success. Back the Devils on the money line.

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