New Jersey Devils vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction

The New Jersey Devils will beat the Anaheim Ducks. The total will go under.

Analyzing the scoring output, the Devils have a higher goal average at approximately 3.7 goals per game compared to the Ducks’ 3.4 goals. The Devils also convert power plays at an impressive 91 percent, while the Ducks lag significantly at 78 percent. Even though the Ducks generate more shots at about 31.4 per game versus New Jersey’s 29, this discrepancy does not directly correlate to more goals, especially given the Devils’ more efficient scoring ability.

From a defensive perspective, the Ducks allow roughly 3.4 goals per game, exposing their ongoing struggles. The Devils, having a more disciplined defensive structure, manage to restrict opponents to fewer overall opportunities. As the Ducks average 6.2 assists per game, showcasing some playmaking ability, this will be undermined against a solid defensive team that can effectively challenge their entry into the zone.

Taking all factors into account, I expect the Devils to control the game while minimizing scoring chances for the Ducks. The combination of New Jersey’s superior power play performance and defensive metrics leads me to predict both a Devils victory and a lower-scoring affair, resulting in a total under the expected figure.