New Jersey Devils vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/25

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The New Jersey Devils are set to visit the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena for an NHL regular season game. The Devils hold a record of 27-22-2, while the Kraken stand at 22-19-9. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+ this Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

The Devils, led by head coach Sheldon Keefe, compete in the Eastern Metropolitan Division. They are ranked 11th in their conference and 5th in their division. The Kraken, under the guidance of Lane Lambert, play in the Western Pacific Division. They are currently 10th in the conference and 6th in their division.

Devils vs Kraken Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: New Jersey Devils vs. Seattle Kraken
  • Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
  • Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  • Betting Odds: New Jersey Devils -1.5 (+204), Seattle Kraken +1.5 (-255)

New Jersey Devils Team Preview

The New Jersey Devils have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They secured a 5-4 win against the Vancouver Canucks, with Cody Glass leading the charge with two goals and an assist. The team also managed to score two power play goals, showing strength in special teams.

In another close game, the Devils won 2-1 against the Edmonton Oilers. Cody Glass continued to be a key player, contributing one goal and one assist. The team managed to hold the Oilers to just one goal, thanks to strong defense and goaltending.

Against the Calgary Flames, the Devils earned a 2-1 victory. Jacob Markstrom was solid in goal, allowing only one goal on 22 shots. Simon Nemec scored one of the goals, helping the team secure another close win.

Seattle Kraken Team Preview

The Seattle Kraken faced the Anaheim Ducks at home on January 23, 2026. The game ended with a 4-2 loss for the Kraken. Shane Wright and Kaapo Kakko each contributed an assist, while Jaden Schwartz scored one of the goals.

On January 21, 2026, the Kraken secured a win against the New York Islanders with a score of 4-1. Vince Dunn and Jared McCann both played key roles, each scoring a goal and an assist. Matty Beniers also added a goal, helping the team to victory.

The Kraken’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on January 19, 2026, resulted in a 6-3 loss. Ben Meyers stood out with a goal and an assist. Ryan Winterton assisted on two goals, but the team could not hold off the Penguins’ offense.

BTB Betting Pick

The New Jersey Devils are favored with a moneyline of -120 against the Seattle Kraken at +100. Based on skater and goaltending stats, the Devils have a slight edge. They rank higher in shots on goal and have a strong defensive record. The projected score is New Jersey Devils 4, Seattle Kraken 3. The pick is New Jersey Devils to win.

The total for the game is set at 6.0 with the over at -102 and the under at -121. Both teams have shown the ability to score and allow goals. The projected total is 7 goals, so the recommendation is to take the over. This is based on the offensive capabilities of both teams and their recent scoring trends.