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Calgary Flames vs. New Jersey Devils: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 20, 2025

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Mar 20, 2025 8:09 PM
The New Jersey Devils will host the Calgary Flames at the Prudential Center in a non-conference NHL matchup. With the Flames leading the regular season series 1-0, the Devils aim to even the score. New Jersey holds a 37-26-6 record while Calgary stands at 31-25-11, making for a competitive game.
Calgary Flames vs New Jersey Devils

Current Odds

CGY
NJ
Over
5.5
+100
Under
5.5
+130
CGY
+1.5
+280
NJ
-2.5
-125
CGY
ML
+1400
NJ
ML
-2500

Flames vs Devils statistics

Stat Flames Devils
Goals For per Game 2.54 2.97
Goals Against Average 2.91 2.57
Shots per Game 28.8 28.6
Shots Against per Game 29.0 26.7
Power Play Goals 41 52
Power Play Goals Against 51 33
Short Handed Goals 6 5
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 673 579
Power Play Percentage 21.5 27.4
Penalty Kill Percentage 74.0 82.7

New Jersey Devils recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/17/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets W 2-1
3/15/25 @ Pittsburgh Penguins L 7-3
3/13/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 3-2
3/11/25 vs Columbus Blue Jackets W 5-3
3/9/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 3-1

Calgary Flames recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/18/25 @ New York Rangers W 2-1
3/17/25 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 6-2
3/14/25 vs Colorado Avalanche L 4-2
3/12/25 vs Vancouver Canucks L 4-3 SO
3/8/25 vs Montreal Canadiens W 1-0

New Jersey Devils injuries

  • Dougie Hamilton (D): Out
  • Jonas Siegenthaler (D): Injured Reserve
  • Jack Hughes (C): Injured Reserve

Calgary Flames injuries

  • Mikael Backlund (C): Out
  • Justin Kirkland (C): Injured Reserve
  • Anthony Mantha (RW): Injured Reserve

Flames vs Devils game info

Type Info
Venue Prudential Center
Location Newark, NJ
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Flames vs Devils predictions

The Calgary Flames are heading into an intense matchup against the New Jersey Devils, and you can't talk about the Flames without mentioning Jonathan Huberdeau. With 25 goals under his belt this season, he’s definitely a player to keep your eyes on. If he brings his A-game, the Devils are in for a tough challenge. Also, don’t sleep on MacKenzie Weegar, who’s dished out 34 assists so far. His ability to connect with teammates and create scoring opportunities is crucial, especially for a team looking to strengthen its standing in the Pacific Division. The Flames' performance on the road has been a bit uneven, but with players like these leading the charge, they have the potential to turn the tide.

Switching gears to the New Jersey Devils, look out for Nico Hischier. With 28 goals this season, he’s been a consistent threat in front of the net. Alongside him is playmaker Jesper Bratt, who’s racked up an impressive 60 assists and has accumulated 80 points. These two are instrumental to the Devils' success and you can bet they’ll be key contributors against the Flames. Playing at the Prudential Center gives them a bit of a boost—imagine the roar of the home crowd as they aim to solidify their spot in the Metropolitan Division.

When it comes to predicting the winner of this matchup, things get interesting. Both teams have their strengths, with standout players who can turn the game around in a heartbeat. The Devils, however, might have a slight edge considering their better standing and home advantage. With odds slightly favoring New Jersey, they seem poised to make a statement against Calgary. But hey, this is hockey—anything can happen, right? That’s the beauty of the NHL, where every game’s a new story waiting to unfold.

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