In this article, we will formulate a New Jersey Devils vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction for this NHL game on Monday, October 14th, at the Prudential Center.
What a Start for Utah
It’s been quite the start for Utah in their new city and they have won each of the first three games. In each of the last two games it took overtime, but they were able to secure the win. Two games ago against the New York Islanders they were able to win 5-4 and in the last game against the New York Rangers they were able to win 6-5. Utah’s offense broke out in the second period, scoring four goals.
Clayton Keller had a strong game finishing with two goals and adding an assist. Barrett Hayton finished with a goal and an assist. Nick Schmaltz also finished with two assists. Starting in goal was Connor Ingram, and he saved 29 of the 34 shots that he faced. As good as the offense has been, the defense has been a problem, and in this game, they are going to need the defense to be better here.
Devils Have Been Strong
The Devils have been strong to start the season, and they have won three of the four games to start the season. In the last game, the Devils faced off against the Washington Capitals, and they were able to secure a 5-3 victory. Paul Cotter had a strong game, scoring two goals. Erik Haula and Stefan Noesen both finished with three assists.
Jacob Markstrom started in goal, and he saved 29 of the 32 shots that he faced. Tomas Tater was also the difference maker, scoring a goal and adding an assist. In the first two games, the defense was good for the Devils, but over the last two games they gave up seven goals and they are going to need to improve on that here.
Why the Devils Will Win
- The Devils have won three of their last four home games against Central Division opponents.
- The Devils have covered the puck line in six of their last seven games against Central Division opponents.
New Jersey Devils vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction
This game is going to be high-scoring. Utah’s offense has been strong heading into this game, but their defense has been an issue and that is going to continue to be a problem here. The Devils’ defense also hasn’t been great the last couple of games, and they are going to really struggle again here. The Devils and the Utah Hockey Club are both going to score at least four goals, and the over is going to cash.