New Jersey Devils vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction for Tuesday, 1/6

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The New Jersey Devils will take on the New York Islanders in an NHL regular season game. The Devils come into this game with a record of 22-18-2. They are ranked 12th in the conference and 6th in the division.

The New York Islanders will be playing at home in the UBS Arena. They have a record of 23-15-4. The Islanders are 5th in the conference and 2nd in the division.

Devils vs Islanders Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: New Jersey Devils vs New York Islanders
  • Venue: UBS Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
  • Betting Odds: New Jersey Devils Puck Line -1.5 (+209), New York Islanders Puck Line +1.5 (-266), New Jersey Devils MoneyLine -118, New York Islanders MoneyLine -101, Over/Under 5.5 (-106/-115)

New Jersey Devils Team Preview

The New Jersey Devils have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a win against the Utah Mammoth with a score of 4-1, showcasing strong performances from players like Brett Pesce and Jesper Bratt. However, they faced a setback in their latest game, losing 3-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes.

Jesper Bratt is a key player for the Devils this season. He has played 42 games, scoring 9 goals and providing 24 assists. Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer also contribute significantly to the team’s performance.

In net, Jacob Markstrom has been an important figure for the Devils. He has appeared in 21 games, with 10 wins and 494 saves. The team will look to him for a solid performance in their upcoming game.

New York Islanders Team Preview

The New York Islanders have shown mixed results in recent games. They defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 at home, with Matthew Schaefer leading the charge with two goals. Despite securing this win, they faced a significant 7-2 loss against the Utah Mammoth in their previous game.

The Islanders’ performance in blocking has been strong, with 636 blocks this season, ranking 10th. This defensive strength was evident in their 2-0 win against the New York Rangers. Marcus Hogberg played a key role in the shutout victory, showing solid goaltending.

Bo Horvat and Mathew Barzal are top contributors for the Islanders this season. Horvat has 21 goals and 12 assists, while Barzal has 10 goals and 22 assists. These players will be crucial as the Islanders look to improve their position in the league standings.

BTB Betting Pick

The New Jersey Devils are the pick to win against the New York Islanders. The Devils are favored with a moneyline of -118, while the Islanders sit at -101. The Devils have a slight edge in goals and shots on goal, which could help them in this game. The projected score is Devils 3, Islanders 2.

For the over/under, the recommendation is to take the under 5.5 at -115. Both teams have solid defense and goaltending stats, with the Islanders ranked 7th in goals against. This suggests a lower-scoring game, aligning with the projected total of 5 goals.