The New Jersey Devils arrive in Seattle on January 25 as a team trending in a positive direction overall yet nuanced in situational performance. With a 27-22-2 record heading into this road matchup, New Jersey has shown resilience and a knack for finding ways to win tight games—accumulating a strong record in one-goal decisions and leaning on clutch performances from leaders like Nico Hischier, Jesper Bratt, and Cody Glass. In their most recent game, Glass’ multi-point effort propelled the Devils to a 5-4 victory over the Canucks, a win that bolstered confidence and extended a streak of competitive outings on the road. However, the ATS record for New Jersey reveals some challenges; while they’re favored in many contests, including this one, they haven’t consistently covered spreads, especially as road favorites, suggesting that they often win by slim margins or encounter goaltending duels that tighten the expected differential. Head-to-head against the Kraken, New Jersey holds a clear advantage, having won the previous two meetings this season, including a 3-2 overtime win that showcased their ability to execute in clutch moments.

This familiarity breeds confidence but also strategic caution, as Seattle will adjust and seek revenge on home ice. The Devils’ offensive balance—driven by top-six depth and secondary scoring—can be especially troublesome for Seattle’s defenders, and their road performance has been bolstered by strong special teams and a tenacious penalty kill. For New Jersey to control the game in Seattle, they’ll need to manage puck possession effectively, limit turnovers in transition, and support their goaltenders through disciplined defensive zone play. Despite the road environment, this Devils team has proven capable of executing under pressure and finding ways to convert scoring chances late in games, making them a formidable opponent even away from home and a likely favorite to influence the pace from the opening faceoff through the final buzzer.