Winnipeg Jets @ New Jersey Devils - March 7, 2025

As the Winnipeg Jets prepare to face off against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory. The Jets enter this matchup as slight favorites, opening at -101 on the moneyline, while the total for this game is set at 5.5.

Analyzing recent performances, Winnipeg comes in hot after a convincing 4-1 win over the Flyers, showcasing their offensive prowess by scoring an impressive average of 3.5 goals per game (rounded from 3.468). Their shooting percentage stands out at around 12%, indicating that they are efficient in converting chances into goals. On top of that, their power play has been effective with a conversion rate of approximately 31%, which ranks them among the league’s elite.

New Jersey, on the other hand, had a tough outing in their last game against Dallas, losing 4-3 and continuing a trend where they’ve struggled recently with only two wins in their last six games. Their offense averages just under three goals per game (2.967), and while they have shown some capability on special teams with a power play percentage of nearly 28%, it hasn’t translated into consistent success lately.

Defensively, both teams present contrasting statistics that could influence Friday’s outcome significantly. The Jets boast a solid save percentage of around 91.6%, which indicates strong goaltending performance and helps keep games close when they struggle offensively. In contrast, New Jersey’s defense allows slightly more leeway with an average save percentage of about 90.5%. This difference could prove pivotal if Winnipeg manages to capitalize on its scoring opportunities.

From an analytical perspective, Winnipeg’s recent form shows them winning twelve out of their last fifteen games—an impressive feat that underscores their ability to perform under pressure. Meanwhile, New Jersey has not fared well against the spread lately; they’re just 6-19 ATS in their last twenty-five games.

Given these trends and statistical insights, I predict that Winnipeg will emerge victorious tonight against New Jersey while also covering the spread due to their superior offensive capabilities and stronger defensive metrics overall.

In terms of total goals scored during this contest, I would lean towards betting on the UNDER given both teams’ recent tendencies—the Jets have gone UNDER in five straight games while New Jersey has seen six out of nine games stay UNDER as well.

Overall, expect Winnipeg to leverage its offensive efficiency combined with robust goaltending to secure what should be another win as they look to solidify their position within playoff contention.