New Jersey Devils (33-23-6) vs. Dallas Stars (39-19-2)
March 4, 2025 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Dallas Stars -185 / New Jersey Devils 154; Over/Under: 5.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Stars vs Devils prediction for this NHL game on Tuesday, March 4 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
New Jersey Devils Betting Preview
The New Jersey Devils (33-23-6, 25-37 ATS) are playing in a hot and cold form and struggling with inconsistency at the moment. The Devils failed to secure two straight victories in more than a month, but they also didn’t lose consecutive games since mid-January. New Jersey will conclude its five-game road trip with this game in Dallas. In the opening four, the Devils beat the Predators and Hockey Club and lost to the Avs and Golden Knights. New Jersey is 3rd in the Metropolitan Division Standings with 72 points, two behind the Carolina Hurricanes and 14 behind the leaders Washington Capitals.
The Devils score 2.98 goals per game on average (15th), while they concede 2.47 GPG (2nd). This season, Jack Hughes leads the team with 70 points (27 G and 43 A). Jesper Bratt has 68 points (17 G and 51 A), while Nico Hischier chips in with 47 points (25 G and 22 A).
Jacob Markstrom (21-10-5) is expected to start for the Devils at the goal on Tuesday against the Stars. The 35-year-old is allowing 2.19 goals per game this year with a .912 SV% and three shutouts.
Dallas Stars Betting Preview
The Dallas Stars (39-19-2, 29-31 ATS) are enjoying a fine form right now after recording five wins in the last six games. The Stars were on a six-game road trip during which they lost to the Ducks, Kings, and Blue Jackets, while they beat the Sharks, Devils, and Islanders. Now, the Stars are on a four-game home stand, which they opened with a pair of victories over the Kings and Blues. Dallas is 2nd in the Central Division Standings with 80 points, eight behind the leaders Winnipeg Jets.
The Stars average 3.40 goals per game this year (4th), while they allow 2.57 GPG (3rd). Matt Duchene leads the team with 62 points (25 G and 37 A). Jason Robertson contributes 60 points (25 G and 35 A), while Wyatt Johnston has 55 points (21 G and 34 A).
Why the New Jersey Devils will win
- The Devils have won each of their last seven night games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Stars have lost each of their last three Tuesday games as favorites.
- The Devils have covered the puck line in six of their last seven games against the Stars at American Airlines Center.
- The Stars have failed to cover the puck line in three of their last four games as favorites following a win.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Dallas Stars rank 4th in the league for goals per game this season (3.40).
- The Dallas Stars are one of only four teams in the league to rank top 5 for both goals for and goals against per game this season.
- The New Jersey Devils rank 4th in the league in power play percentage this season (27.06%).
- The New Jersey Devils are the only team in the league to rank top 5 for both power play and penalty kill percentage this season.
Devils vs Stars Prediction
The Stars did win seven of the previous ten H2H duels, but interestingly, the teams traded victories when playing at home in recent years. Namely, Dallas won each of the last three in New Jersey, while the Devils won the last three here in Dallas. The Devils didn’t suffer consecutive losses for a month and a half, and given they lost the most recent game to Vegas, I am backing the visitors to make a slight upset and get a W on Tuesday.
