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Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 27, 2024

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Apr 24, 2025 2:06 AM
On Friday, December 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM, the Carolina Hurricanes travel to the Prudential Center to face off against the New Jersey Devils. The Devils are looking to build on Jack Hughes' impressive 2-goal performance in their previous outing, while the Hurricanes aim to even the season series, which currently stands at 1-1. Expect a thrilling Metropolitan Division matchup between these two strong NHL teams.
Carolina Hurricanes vs New Jersey Devils

Current Odds

CAR
NJ
Over
5.5
+114
Under
5.5
-119
CAR
-1.5
+166
NJ
+1.5
-185
CAR
ML
-160
NJ
ML
+143

Hurricanes vs Devils statistics

Stat Hurricanes Devils
Goals For per Game 3.47 3.35
Goals Against Average 2.79 2.46
Shots per Game 31.6 30.4
Shots Against per Game 25.2 24.9
Power Play Goals 28 34
Power Play Goals Against 16 18
Short Handed Goals 3 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 250 353
Power Play Percentage 26.2 31.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 85.5 82.5

New Jersey Devils recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/23/24 vs New York Rangers W 5-0
12/21/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 3-0
12/19/24 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 4-2
12/17/24 @ St. Louis Blues W 4-1
12/14/24 vs Chicago Blackhawks W 4-1

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/23/24 @ Nashville Predators L 5-2
12/22/24 @ New York Rangers W 3-1
12/20/24 @ Washington Capitals L 3-1
12/17/24 vs New York Islanders W 4-0
12/15/24 vs Columbus Blue Jackets W 4-1

New Jersey Devils injuries

  • Curtis Lazar (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Allen (G): Day-To-Day
  • Dawson Mercer (C): Day-To-Day
  • Tomas Tatar (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Erik Haula (LW): Day-To-Day

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Jack Drury (C): Out
  • Pyotr Kochetkov (G): Day-To-Day
  • Seth Jarvis (C): Injured Reserve
  • Riley Stillman (D): Injured Reserve
  • Brendan Lemieux (LW): Day-To-Day

Hurricanes vs Devils game info

Type Info
Venue Prudential Center
Location Newark, NJ
Puck drop Fri 7:00 PM

Hurricanes vs Devils predictions

As we gear up for an exciting matchup at the Prudential Center, all eyes are on the Carolina Hurricanes and their standout player, Martin Necas. With a tidy collection of 14 goals and 30 assists already this season, Necas is undeniably in the zone and leading the Hurricanes' charge. His ability to navigate the ice with precision and create scoring opportunities is something to behold. Consider how pivotal he is in setting the pace and rhythm for the team. Will he be the catalyst that the Hurricanes need to tip the scales in their favor? Not to be forgotten in the mix, the rest of the squad will need to bring their A-game, especially considering their .500 record on the road.

On the flip side, the New Jersey Devils have their own aces up their sleeves, none more prominent than Jack Hughes, who comes off a stellar 2-goal performance and holds an impressive 45 points this season. His confidence on the ice is evident, and with captain Nico Hischier firing in goals like they’re going out of style, the Devils have some serious firepower at their disposal. You can almost sense the anticipation from the home crowd at the Prudential Center, eager to see if Jesper Bratt’s playmaking prowess will once again shine through with another assist to his already stellar tally. It’s these dynamic elements that make the Devils a formidable force at home.

So, who leaves the ice with their heads held high? Given the Devils' readiness to capitalize on their home advantage and the form Hughes has been boasting, you can't help but lean towards a potential victory for New Jersey. The Hurricanes, while intimidating in their execution and strategy, might find themselves outpaced by the youthful vigor and tactical depth of the Devils. Yet, isn't that the beauty of hockey? Anything can happen on the ice, and that's why we watch, right? Let's see which team skates away triumphant!

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