New York at New Jersey

The New Jersey Devils got their series with the New York Rangers through two games, and now come home with the home-ice advantage. New Jersey dispatched the Philadelphia Flyers in five games, led by an offensive explosion scoring 18 goals in the five games. Since then, the Devils have been limited to just 3 goals in the first two vs. the Rangers and that is where the difference lies going forward in this series. They were outscored by the Rangers in their six regular-season meetings and managed 2 goals or less in four of the six games. The Rangers have been a potent team when playing as an underdog where they are now 17-8 in their last 25 with plus odds. The Devils have not fared well recently vs. teams that are above .600 as they are 1-4 in their last five against them. New York has feasted as a well-rested team, as they have captured the win in six of their last seven on a pair of day’s rest. Play on the Rangers in this one.