Free NHL Hockey Prediction: Arizona vs. Devils NHL Odds
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(9-24-4) Arizona Coyotes vs. New Jersey Devils (14-18-5)
Date: Wednesday, January 19
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Prudential Center, New Jersey
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Arizona +173 Devils -208 (Bet Now!)
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: Arizona +1.5 -135 Devils -1.5 +115
NHL Betting Total: O/U 6
Arizona Coyotes
The Arizona Coyotes come into this road contest with an overall record of 9-24-4. Through 37 games the Coyotes are 8th in the Central Division. On the season, they have found the net 82 times, good for a rank of 30th among NHL teams.
Heading into the game, Arizona is the 32nd ranked defensive team, allowing opponents to score at an average rate of 3.68 goals per game. So far, the Coyotes have a strength of schedule rating of 3rd in the league. When diving into their opponent-adjusted scoring margin, they come into this game as the 31st ranked team in the NHL.
Through 37 games, the Arizona Coyotes’ goal and overall scoring leader is Clayton Keller with 29 points. He has reached his mark of 14 goals, on a shooting percentage of 12.8%.
So far, 14% of his goals have come during power play time. Behind him is Phil Kessel who has 21 assists to go along with his 5 goals. However, when on the ice the Coyotes are –7 in scoring differential.
Arizona’s top goalie is Karel Vejmelka who is giving up an average of 3.21 goals per game. In his 22 games played, he has come up with a quality start just 0.45 percent of the time.
New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils get set to host the Arizona Coyotes with an overall record of 14-18-5. This mark places them 6th in the Metropolitan division. Through 37 games, the Devils have scored 107 goals, giving them an average of 2.86. This output gives them a rank of 20th among NHL teams.
On defense, they are the 25th ranked unit, giving up 3.38 goals per contest. So far, they have played the 19th toughest schedule in the league. And, when taking into account their scoring margin relative to the quality of their competition, they come in with a power ranking of 25th in the NHL.
Through 34 games, the New Jersey Devils’ goal and overall scoring leader is Jesper Bratt with 32 points. He has reached his mark of 10 goals, on a shooting percentage of 10.8%. So far, 10.0% of his goals have come during power play time.
Behind him is Nico Hischier who has 15 assists to go along with his 7 goals. While on the ice, his offensive production has led to a plus-minus rating of +3.0.
New Jersey’s top goalie is Mackenzie Blackwood who is giving up an average of 3.24 goals per game. In his 22 games played, he has come up with a quality start just 0.381 percent of the time.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Coyotes are 29-66 in their last 95 vs. Metropolitan.
- Coyotes are 19-46 in their last 65 road games.
- Devils are 27-55 in their last 82 overall.
- Devils are 20-42 in their last 62 games playing on 1 days rest.
Free Arizona Coyotes vs. New Jersey Devils NHL Prediction
Coming into this game the Coyotes have an over-under record of 17-19-1. When playing on the road, the over is hitting less than half the time, going 7-11-0.
On the season 49.0% of Arizona’s games have gone for at least 6 goals or more, with 39.0% of the scoring coming from the Coyotes
In 5 on 5 situations, the Arizona Coyotes have a shooting percentage of 7.7%, placing them above the league average. It has been important that Arizona be efficient with their shots as they are generating scoring chances at a below-average rate.
Based on the quality of their shot attempts, advanced metrics show the Coyotes should have at least 2.0 more goals on their total. On the season, their high danger scoring chance figure of 5.32 per game, compares favorably to other NHL Teams.
On the other side, New Jersey has an over-under record of 21-14-2. So far, taking the over when the Devils are playing at home, has been a good bet with an over-under record of 9-9-1.
On the season 62.0% of New Jersey’s games have gone for at least 6 goals or more, with 45.0% of the scoring coming from the Devils.
Look for this to be a high-scoring game with New Jersey picking up the win. I recommend taking the over.
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