NHL Prediction: New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers Match Preview
New Jersey Devils
New York RangersNew Jersey host the New York Rangers at Prudential Center in Newark on October 15 at 19:00 local time. The visitors are second in the Eastern Conference, one point behind Carolina; the Devils are 13th, seven points off the lead.
Devils: home defence under pressure
Recent results and scoring balance
New Jersey have two wins and three defeats in their last five games, all at home. Their latest result was a 1:4 loss to Ottawa. With no away games in this stretch, the defensive weakness is specific to their own rink.
- The Devils conceded in all five games, including six against the Islanders.
- They scored four against Vancouver.
Availability and preparation
Connor Brown and Nick Bjugstad are out injured, and Seamus Casey is unavailable with a knee injury. Luke Evangelista is day-to-day with illness. Jonathan Kovacevic has returned and made his season debut.
- Ottawa Senatorshome1:4
- Vancouver Canuckshome4:1
- Utah Mammothhome3:5
- New York Islandershome0:6
- Philadelphia Flyershome3:2
Rangers: stronger results, depleted crease
Attack leads the recent run
The Rangers have won four of their last five. Their latest outing was a 6:2 home victory over Vancouver. Their season scoring balance is 27:14 through eight games, compared with New Jersey's 16:22 through six.
- All three recent home games were wins, with a combined 15:6 score.
- The two away games produced one win and one defeat, with only three goals scored.
Goaltending absences change the context
Igor Shesterkin and Joonas Korpisalo are both out injured, leaving the available starter's identity central to assessing the defence. Joseph Veleno, Aidan Thompson and Adam Sykora are also unavailable through injury.
The Rangers have three full days between games before travelling to Newark; their flight itinerary is unspecified.
- Vancouver Canuckshome6:2
- Washington Capitalsaway1:3
- New York Islandershome5:2
- Utah Mammothhome4:2
- Detroit Red Wingsaway2:0
A narrow historical edge for New Jersey
New Jersey have eight wins and seven defeats across 15 meetings over five years. Across the eight detailed encounters, the Devils lead five wins to three, with a combined 29:22 scoring advantage. Four were preseason games, limiting comparisons with regular-season strength.
Those eight games averaged 6.4 goals, with four exceeding 5.5. Both teams scored in seven. The latest meeting ended 4:3 to the Rangers in preseason: scoring at both ends has been more frequent than totals above that line.
- 24.09.2026New York Rangers4:3New Jersey DevilsNHL. Preseason Matches
- 21.09.2026New Jersey Devils3:2New York RangersNHL. Preseason Matches
- 31.03.2026New York Rangers4:1New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 18.03.2026New York Rangers3:6New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 07.03.2026New Jersey Devils6:3New York RangersNHL
No separate expert verdict supplied
No match-specific expert opinions or additional news are available beyond the team availability updates.
Prediction
Our pick is W1 2.1. New Jersey’s recent record is weaker at 2 wins in 5 games, but the matchup changes significantly because both principal New York goaltenders, Igor Shesterkin and Joonas Korpisalo, are listed out injured. That leaves the Rangers without their established top-level coverage in the crease against the Devils attack.
New York has won 4 of its last 5 and sits second in the conference with 12 points, so the visitors bring the sharper recent form. Still, the Devils have home advantage, have won 8 of 15 meetings over five years, and took 5 of the 8 detailed recent encounters. Their defensive record is vulnerable, with 22 goals allowed in 6 league games, but the Rangers also have Joseph Valeno, Aidan Thompson and Adam Sykora unavailable. Jonathan Kovacevic returns for New Jersey. The projected score is New Jersey Devils 4:3 New York Rangers.
Conclusion
W1 2.1 is the selection. New York’s stronger form is outweighed by the absence of both main goaltenders, while New Jersey’s home setting and recent head-to-head advantage support a narrow Devils win.
FAQ
When does New Jersey Devils — New York Rangers kick off?
The match starts on 15.10.2026 at 19:00 (New York), Prudential Center (Newark).
What is the prediction for New Jersey Devils — New York Rangers?
Our pick is W1 at 2.1.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: New Jersey Devils win — 45%, draw — 23%, New York Rangers win — 32%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Ottawa Senatorshome1:4
- Vancouver Canuckshome4:1
- Utah Mammothhome3:5
- New York Islandershome0:6
- Philadelphia Flyershome3:2
- Vancouver Canuckshome6:2
- Washington Capitalsaway1:3
- New York Islandershome5:2
- Utah Mammothhome4:2
- Detroit Red Wingsaway2:0
Standings · Vostochnaya konferentsiya
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kharikeyns | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 31:19 | 13 |
| 2 | New York Rangers | 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 27:14 | 12 |
| 3 | Boston Bruins | 7 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 26:16 | 10 |
| 12 | Washington Capitals | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 19:18 | 6 |
| 13 | New Jersey Devils | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 16:22 | 6 |
| 14 | Kolambus Blyu Dzheket·s | 5 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 16:21 | 4 |
Head-to-head
- 24.09.2026New York Rangers4:3New Jersey DevilsNHL. Preseason Matches
- 21.09.2026New Jersey Devils3:2New York RangersNHL. Preseason Matches
- 31.03.2026New York Rangers4:1New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 18.03.2026New York Rangers3:6New Jersey DevilsNHL
- 07.03.2026New Jersey Devils6:3New York RangersNHL
About the match
- 15 October · 19:00 New York
- Venue: Prudential Center (Newark)
Odds
Odds updated 14.10 19:10
Market preference differs from recent form
New Jersey are the regulation-time favourite at 45.2%, against 32% for the Rangers and 22.8% for a draw. The home-win price has shortened over 24 hours while the away-win price has drifted. This runs against recent results; the visitors' goaltending absences affect the matchup, but the reason for the price movement is unconfirmed.
Over 5.5 has a 54.8% market probability and has shortened, while Under has drifted. BTTS (both teams to score) stands at 86.9%, with the price also moving towards Yes. Market confidence is stronger in both teams scoring than in Over; no Asian handicap assessment is available.
Our prediction
- Market
- W1
- Current odds
- 2.1
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 60%
- Market estimate
- 45%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 2.1
- Potential win
- 110 $
- Status
- pending
