- Matchup: Winnipeg Jets vs New Jersey Devils
- Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Venue: Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
- Broadcast: MSG+
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The New Jersey Devils (27-22-2) are set to face off against the Winnipeg Jets (20-24-7) at the Prudential Center on Tuesday evening.
The Winnipeg Jets recently suffered a tough defeat, losing 5-1 to the Red Wings in their last outing. This game saw Winnipeg rack up 6 penalty minutes, and their offensive performance left much to be desired. Despite having 1 power-play opportunity, they were unable to capitalize, ending the game with only 1 goal from 27 shots taken.
At even strength, the Jets have surrendered 124 goals while scoring 120 of their own. Opponents of the Winnipeg Jets have been awarded 156 power play attempts (ranking 13th in the league) and converted 32 of those into goals. On the offensive end, the Jets have notched 148 goals (22nd in the NHL) but have also allowed 156 goals against. They’ve attempted 1,336 shots with a shooting percentage of 11.1%. Currently, Winnipeg holds 47 points and boasts a points percentage of .461. Having faced 1,421 shots against them, their save percentage stands at .890. This season, the Jets have had 141 power play opportunities with a conversion rate of 19.86%, scoring 28 goals during those advantages.
In goal for this matchup will be Connor Hellebuyck. Throughout his career, he has seen 1,492 goals scored against him, maintaining a goals-against average of 2.53. Hellebuyck has played in 600 NHL games, earning a save percentage of .917 over 30,184 minutes on the ice. His professional record stands at 334-199-50, having started in 590 games. He has registered 353 quality starts, reflecting a quality start rate of .598, and has faced 17,944 shots, achieving 16,452 saves.
In their most recent game, the New Jersey Devils clashed with the Canucks, clinching a thrilling victory with a score of 5-4. The Devils managed to convert 5 goals from 24 shots on net and capitalized on 2 out of 3 power play opportunities.
This season, the Devils have recorded 106 goals at even strength along with 27 goals (22nd in the league) on the power play. They’ve attempted 1,503 shots (ranking 9th in the NHL), achieving a shooting percentage of 8.85%, while allowing 1,433 shots from their opponents. As of now, the New Jersey Devils have tallied a total of 133 goals and 56 points, reflecting a points percentage of .549. They’ve allowed 155 goals, with 127 at even strength and 28 while shorthanded. With 126 power play opportunities, their power play conversion rate is 21.43%, and their penalty kill success rate stands at 78.29% against 129 attempts. Their current save percentage is approximately 89.2%.
Opposing them in goal will be Jake Allen. He has conceded an average of 2.73 goals per game and has allowed 1,255 goals throughout his career. Allen boasts a quality start rate of 52.6% with 242 quality starts over his time in the NHL. He has appeared in 460 games, accumulating 24,441 minutes of play. His overall record is 220-195-44, making 485 appearances. He has registered 12,302 saves from 13,557 shots faced, yielding a save percentage of .907.
Which team will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL contest against the spread or moneyline?
Predicted Winner: New Jersey
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