Devils vs Golden Knights Prediction 2/6/25 NHL Picks Today

In this article, we will formulate a Devils vs Golden Knights Prediction for this NHL game on Thursday, February 6th at the United Center. Let’s take a look at New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights pick. 

Golden Knights are Suddenly Struggling

The Golden Knights are suddenly struggling heading into this game and they have lost each of the four games. Three of the four games have only been lost by a point, but they all have still been losses. In the last game against the New York Islanders, the Golden Knights scored a goal and even though the defense was good, they still ended up losing a goal. Brandon Saad was the only goal scorer for the Golden Knights. Ilya Samsonov was in goal and he saved 12 of the 14 shots that he faced. The Golden Knights defense did a good job of limiting shots. 

The Golden Knights are averaging 3.278 goals while their defnese is giving up 2.76 goals per game. The offense is ranked 5th in the league while the defense is ranked 9th in the league. They are averaigng 30.56 shots per game which is 4th in the league. This is a team that most of the season has found success with the offense but as of late, they have gotten a little ice cold. Jack Eichel has scored 18 goals and added 48 assists so far this season. 

Can Devils Win Second Straight?

The Devils faced off against he Pittsburgh Peniguins in the last game and they ended up pulling out the game late. The Devils scored two goals during regulation and then they ended up winning a shootout. Jack Hughes scored both goals for the Devils. Nico Daws saved 25 of the 27 shots that he faced. Two games ago against the Buffalo Sabres they didn’t have as much success, and they ended up losing 4-3. 

The Devils are averaging 3.07 goals while their defense is giving up 2.51 goals per game. The offense is ranked 13th in the league while the defense is ranked 4th. The offense at times has been inconsistent but for the most part they have leaned on the defense to have the success. They are facing only 25.85 shots per game which is third best in the league. It’s one of the reasons the defense has been so good. Jack Hughes has scored 23 goals and added 40 assists so far this season. 

Why the Devils Will Beat the Golden Knights

• The Golden Knights have lost each of their last six night games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Devils have won six of their last seven night games at Prudential Center.
• The Devils have covered the puck line in each of their last five home games following a shootout win.
• The Golden Knights have failed to cover the puck line in five of their last six games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Golden Knights have lost the third period in eight of their last 10 road games against Eastern Conference opponents when leading after the second period.

Devils vs Golden Knights Prediction

Give me the home team here. The Golden Knights haven’t been as good on the road this season and they are going to really struggle here. The Devils had good goaltending in the last game and the Golden Knights offense has been a major issue in this game. Look for the Golden Knights to max out at two goals here, and the Devils will score at least three. Back the Devils on the money line to cash.