Philadelphia at New Jersey

Both of these teams played yesterday, but what a stark difference in how they respond to back-to-back games. The Flyers are 0-4 in their last four games playing on no days’ rest, while the Devils are 6-1 in their last seven games playing on no days rest! Philadelphia is 0-6 in their last six games as an underdog and faces a New Jersey team that is strong at home and right on Philly's heals in the division. The Devils are 21-6 in their last 27 games as a favorite of -110 to -150, tops in the NHL in penalty killing with excellent balance on offense and defense, ranking in the Top 12 in both categories. The Devils are 22-8 in their last 30 games as a home favorite while the Flyers are 8-18 in the last 26 meetings in New Jersey. Play the Devils. In addition, don't look for a lot of scoring with both teams having played yesterday. Philly is off a 1-0 win and the UNDER is 4-0 in Flyers’ last four overall, as well as 6-0 UNDER the total in the Flyers’ last six games following a win. And when these teams meet the UNDER is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings in New Jersey. Look for more defense than oddsmakers expect, so play UNDER the total.