Penguins vs Devils Picks and Prediction – 12/22/2024

The Pittsburgh Penguins will be visiting the Prudential Center on Saturday, where they will take on the New Jersey Devils. Get the rest of our free NHL picks here! The Pittsburgh Penguins come into this game with a 15-14-5 record, which places them fourth in the Metropolitan. The Penguins have picked up wins in consecutive games, most recently defeating the predators 5-4 on Thursday. Tristan Jarry is expected to be Pittsburgh’s starting goaltender on Saturday, he’s posted a 3.62 goals against average to go along with his 7-4-2 record. The Penguins are scoring 3.06 goals per game, while allowing 3.68 defensively (worst in NHL).

The New Jersey Devils are the number one team in the Metropolitan division, entering this weekend with a 21-11-3 record. New Jersey’s three game win streak would come to an end on Thursday, as they would suffer a 4-2 loss against Columbus. Jacob Markstrom will be the devils starting goaltender in this game, he’s posted a 2.29 goals against average to go along with his 16-6-2 record. Jesper Bratt is having an incredible season with New Jersey, leading the team with 42 points in 35 games. New Jersey is scoring 3.31 goal per game, while giving up just 2.6 a game defensively.

The Penguins will be searching for their third straight victory, while the Devils hope for a bounce back win after suffering a loss to the Blue Jackets on Wednesday. Markstrom has been very steady for the Devils, expect his play to lead New Jersey to the win. Final score prediction, New Jersey wins and covers 4-2.