Devils vs. Lightning: NHL Picks, Odds, Trends & Prediction

The New Jersey Devils are set to host the Tampa Bay Lightning in a highly anticipated game on Tuesday night. After Jesper Bratt's two-goal game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Devils are expected to come out strong against the Lightning. Here's a breakdown of the two teams and a prediction for the game.

Tampa Bay Lightning

The Lightning have been struggling on the road, with a 15-16-1 record. However, they have a solid overall record of 39-22-6 and have been dominant in games where they score at least three goals. Nikita Kucherov has been a top performer for the Lightning with 27 goals and 67 assists. The team will need a strong performance from him to win against the Devils.

New Jersey Devils

The Devils have been impressive this season, with a record of 44-16-6. They have a strong record at home, going 19-12-2, and have a great power-play record, with a 26-7-1 record when scoring a power-play goal. Jack Hughes has been a standout player with 37 goals and 42 assists, while Dawson Mercer has been hot over the last 10 games with seven goals and eight assists.

Betting Trends and Public Betting Data

The Devils are favored to win with odds of -125. The over/under is set at 5.5 goals. The public consensus is split, with 51% of bets going to the Devils and 49% going to the Lightning. As for NHL picks and parlays, it's important to keep an eye on the latest trends and betting data before making a decision.

Injuries

Both teams have a few injuries to watch out for. The Lightning are missing Erik Cernak, while the Devils are without Andreas Johnsson and Ryan Murray. These injuries could affect the outcome of the game, so it's important to keep an eye on any updates.

Prediction

The Devils are coming off a strong win and have been impressive at home this season. With their solid power-play record, they have a good chance of winning against the struggling Lightning. Our NHL picks for today's game are for the New Jersey Devils to win (-125) with a score of 4-2. But as always, it's important to stay up to date with the latest trends and betting data to make an informed decision.

Pick: New Jersey Devils to win (-125)