Devils vs. Oilers Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Sunday, Dec. 10

Oct 24, 2023; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Warren Foegele (37) celebrates his goal with defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) against the Minnesota Wild in the first period at Xcel Energy Center.
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We have your New Jersey Devils vs. Edmonton Oilers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the New Jersey Devils hit the road to face the Edmonton Oilers.

The New Jersey Devils (14-10-1) are set to face off against the Edmonton Oilers (11-12-1) in a dynamic NHL showdown. With both teams eager to climb their respective conference rankings, this game at Rogers Place is poised to be a battle of wills, featuring top talents and high stakes.

New Jersey Devils vs. Edmonton Oilers Odds Info

Moneyline: New Jersey Devils +135 (Bet365) / Edmonton Oilers -155 (DraftKings)

Puck Line: -1.5 – New Jersey Devils -165 (Bet365) / Edmonton Oilers +145 (Bet365)

Total: 6.5 – +140 (PointsBet) / -170 (PointsBet)

Game Info

Date: Sunday, Dec. 10

Time: 04:00 PM

Location: Rogers Place – Edmonton, AB

TV: ESPN+

New Jersey Devils Betting Trends

  • This season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 18 overs and 7 unders.
  • On the road this season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 8 overs and 5 unders.
  • As the underdog this season, the New Jersey Devils have hit 4 overs and 0 unders.

Edmonton Oilers Betting Trends

  • This season, the Edmonton Oilers have hit 16 overs and 8 unders.
  • At home this season, the Edmonton Oilers have hit 9 overs and 3 unders.
  • As the favorite this season, the Edmonton Oilers have hit 14 overs and 7 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last three seasons, the New Jersey Devils and the Edmonton Oilers have faced off four times, with the Devils winning three of those encounters and the Oilers claiming victory once. The majority of these games have favored the home team, with three wins compared to just one for the visiting team. When it comes to betting statistics, the Devils have consistently outperformed expectations, beating the spread in three out of four games, while the Oilers have only managed to do so once. In terms of total scoring, bettors favoring the ‘Over’ would have been pleased in three of the games, with only one game resulting in an ‘Under’. The Devils have shown a strong offensive presence in these matchups, with a notable performance in shots on goal, assists, and overall points. The Oilers, despite fewer wins, have also had moments of offensive prowess, particularly through their star players contributing to goals and assists. Both teams have had their share of penalties, with the Oilers accumulating slightly more penalty minutes across the games. The faceoff circle has seen a relatively even split, although the Oilers edged out slightly in faceoff wins in two of the four games.

The most recent game between the New Jersey Devils and the Edmonton Oilers took place on November 21, 2022, with the Devils securing a 5-2 victory at home. The Devils entered the game as the favorites with a closing moneyline of -152 and managed to cover the spread of -1.5, as reflected in the final score spread of -3. The game saw the Devils’ power play unit capitalize on their opportunities, scoring two goals with the man advantage. Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier were particularly instrumental in this win, contributing to the Devils’ score sheet with goals and assists. On the Oilers’ side, despite a power play goal from Leon Draisaitl and a contribution from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, the team struggled to match the Devils’ pace and efficiency. The goaltending matchup saw Vitek Vanecek of the Devils outperform Stuart Skinner of the Oilers, with Vanecek posting a save percentage of 0.933 compared to Skinner’s 0.821. The game ultimately contributed to the Devils’ impressive season win percentage of 84.2105% at that point in the season.

New Jersey Devils vs. Edmonton Oilers Predictions

The New Jersey Devils are riding a three-game winning streak as they prepare to take on the Edmonton Oilers, who have been on a tear with six consecutive victories. The Devils, currently 10th in the Eastern Conference, have been finding success on the road with a 9-4-0 record, while the Oilers have been defending their home ice with a 7-4-1 record at Rogers Place. Both teams are looking to extend their winning streaks, but only one will come out on top in this Eastern vs. Western Conference clash.

Star players have been pivotal for both teams, with the Devils’ Jack Hughes (33 points) and the Oilers’ Connor McDavid (34 points) leading their respective squads. McDavid, alongside Leon Draisaitl, has been a consistent offensive threat for the Oilers, while the Devils have seen strong performances from Hughes and Tyler Toffoli. Defensively, both teams have had their struggles, but recent games have shown improvements that they will look to carry into this matchup.

Key player match-ups to watch include the faceoff between the Devils’ goaltender, likely Vitek Vanecek, and the Oilers’ Stuart Skinner, who has been impressive during the Oilers’ winning streak. Special teams could also play a significant role, with the Oilers’ power play being one of the most potent in the league. The Devils will need to maintain discipline and capitalize on their own man-advantage opportunities to secure a win in what promises to be an exciting and closely contested game.

New Jersey Devils vs. Edmonton Oilers Pick

The matchup between the New Jersey Devils and the Edmonton Oilers presents a compelling case for the ‘Under’ bet. Despite both teams having potent offensive capabilities, recent trends suggest a tilt towards a tighter, more defensively focused game. The Oilers have been on a six-game winning streak, largely due to improved defensive play and goaltending, with Stuart Skinner posting a 1.82 goals-against average during this stretch. Similarly, the Devils have been strong on the road, and their goaltending has been solid, with Vitek Vanecek likely to start and bring his consistent performance into this game. Additionally, the total line is set at 6.5, which is a high threshold that requires both teams to be firing on all cylinders offensively, something that may not happen given the current form and stakes of the game.

Historically, the head-to-head matchups have seen three ‘Overs’ in the last four games, but the most recent encounter resulted in an ‘Under’ with the Devils winning 5-2. The Devils’ disciplined play, highlighted by their recent games where they were not penalized, could limit the Oilers’ chances on the power play, where they are most dangerous. Furthermore, both teams are on winning streaks, which could lead to a more cautious approach to maintain their momentum. Considering these factors, along with the high total line and the current defensive form of both teams, the ‘Under’ seems to be the more prudent pick for this game.

The Pick: Under 6.5 +140 (PointsBet)

New Jersey Devils vs. Edmonton Oilers Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

New Jersey Devils

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Jack Hughes Shots On Goal 4.5 8/10 +110 -140 6.4 6.48
Nico Hischier Points 0.5 8/10 -150 +120 1.1 1.17
Timo Meier Shots On Goal 2.5 8/10 -166 +130 3.8 3.76

Edmonton Oilers

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Mattias Ekholm Shots On Goal 1.5 9/10 -195 +150 2.9 2.78
Connor McDavid Assists 0.5 7/10 -230 +175 1.6 1.20
Zach Hyman Points 0.5 8/10 -190 +145 1.4 1.20
Evan Bouchard Assists 0.5 8/10 -115 -115 1.1 1.10
Evan Bouchard Points 0.5 10/10 -160 +124 1.5 1.20
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Points 0.5 7/10 -195 +150 1.3 1.20