The New Jersey Devils (36-25-6) face the Pittsburgh Penguins (27-31-10) at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday at 3pm ET, with ABC/ESPN+ broadcasting the game. The Devils currently sit third in the Metropolitan Division, just four points behind the Hurricanes.

The Devils enter as -150 road favorites, riding a three-game winning streak after defeating the Edmonton Oilers 3-2. They've dominated this matchup recently, winning nine of the last ten meetings against Pittsburgh.

Key Stats:

• Devils: 2.52 GAA (2nd in NHL), 82.9% penalty kill (3rd)
• Devils Offense: 2.99 goals per game (14th)
• Penguins: 3.56 GAA (29th), 2.85 goals per game (20th)
• Head-to-head: Devils won first two meetings this season (3-2 SO, 3-0)

Pittsburgh has won three straight games but struggles defensively, ranking second-last in goals against average. The Devils have historically contained the Penguins offense, holding them to two goals or fewer in nine of their last ten victories.

Best Bets:

• Money Line: Devils (-150)
• Player Prop: Jesper Bratt Over 0.5 assists (-135)
  • Multi-assist games in back-to-back outings
  • Points in 10 of last 12 vs Pittsburgh
  • Assists in both meetings this season

Game Total: 5.5 goals (Over -120, Under -210)

• Teams have gone Under in four of last five meetings

The Devils' strong defensive play and recent success against Pittsburgh make them the clear choice, despite the Penguins' current winning streak.

Odds via Bet365 as of March 15, 2025

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