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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New Jersey Devils: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 11, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 11, 2025 8:38 PM
The Tampa Bay Lightning aim to snap their road losing streak as they face off against the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Lightning, currently holding a 2-0 series lead, look to build on their momentum against the Devils, who are fighting to close the gap in the Metropolitan Division standings. With the Devils' strong home record and the Lightning's struggles on the road, this matchup promises to be an intense and thrilling NHL showdown.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs New Jersey Devils

Current Odds

TB
NJ
Over
5.5
+550
Under
5.5
-909
TB
+1.5
-3333
NJ
-1.5
+1100
TB
ML
+124
NJ
ML
-130

Lightning vs Devils statistics

Stat Lightning Devils
Goals For per Game 3.69 3.16
Goals Against Average 2.74 2.55
Shots per Game 28.5 30.0
Shots Against per Game 28.5 25.5
Power Play Goals 31 35
Power Play Goals Against 18 22
Short Handed Goals 8 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 347 419
Power Play Percentage 26.5 28.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.7 82.1

New Jersey Devils recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/9/25 @ New York Rangers L 3-2 OT
1/6/25 @ Seattle Kraken W 3-2
1/4/25 @ San Jose Sharks L 3-2
1/1/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 3-0
12/31/24 @ Anaheim Ducks L 3-2

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/9/25 vs Boston Bruins W 4-1
1/7/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 3-2
1/5/25 @ Anaheim Ducks L 4-1
1/4/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 2-1
1/2/25 @ San Jose Sharks L 2-1

New Jersey Devils injuries

  • Erik Haula (LW): Out
  • Ondrej Palat (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Curtis Lazar (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Allen (G): Day-To-Day
  • Dawson Mercer (C): Day-To-Day

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

  • Victor Hedman (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Guentzel (C): Day-To-Day
  • Michael Eyssimont (C): Day-To-Day
  • Conor Geekie (C): Day-To-Day
  • Zemgus Girgensons (LW): Day-To-Day

Lightning vs Devils game info

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

Lightning vs Devils predictions

Looking ahead to the match-up at the Prudential Center, the Tampa Bay Lightning are aiming to snap their road rough patch, and they have some key players who could make a difference. Keep an eye on Brayden Point, who's been a goal-scoring machine with 25 goals so far – if his day-to-day status clears up, he’s poised for a big game. Alongside him, Nikita Kucherov carries the dual threat of creativity with 41 assists and the ability to find the net. Although Kucherov is also day-to-day, should he suit up, his playmaking skills could potentially put the Lightning in striking distance throughout the game. The Lightning's dynamic duo plays a crucial role in their prospects on the ice; their performance could very well dictate how Tampa handles the Devils' defensive schemes.

Switching gears to the New Jersey Devils, Nico Hischier has been an offensive catalyst with 19 goals, contributing to their competitive record in the Metropolitan Division. His consistent ability to find the back of the net has been instrumental, and fans should expect him to be a focal point in breaching Tampa Bay's defensive setup. Meanwhile, Jack Hughes has been exerting his influence all season long, evidenced by his hefty 34 assists and a total of 50 points. He’s a playmaker in every sense of the word, and his knack for distributing the puck effectively places him at the heart of the Devils' game plan. These two players can give the Lightning's defense all it can handle, making our expectations lean towards a high-scoring affair.

As for predicting the victor of this clash, it's certainly a tough call. The Lightning's previous edge in the series, currently leading 2-0, suggests they have the upper hand. However, with the Devils' strong home record and their impressive talent in Hischier and Hughes, they might just tip the scales this time, especially if Tampa Bay's key players remain sidelined. On paper, it looks like a real barnburner, but if I had to put my money where my mouth is, I'd say keep your eyes on the New Jersey Devils. They're on home ice, and that can often make all the difference in crunch time. What do you think? Does home-ice advantage stand a chance against Tampa's early season dominance?

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