Canucks vs Devils Picks and Prediction – 3/24/2025

​The New Jersey Devils (37-28-6) will host the Vancouver Canucks (32-26-12) at the Prudential Center on March 24, 2025, with the puck dropping at 7:30 PM ET. The game will be available for viewing on ESPN+ and Hulu. ​Get in on the action with our free NHL picks.

The Devils are concluding a three-game homestand and aim to rebound from a recent 3-2 loss to the Ottawa Senators. In that matchup, forward Luke Hughes contributed two assists, while Erik Haula and Nico Hischier each netted a goal. Goaltender Jake Allen faced 19 shots, allowing three goals. ​Offensively, New Jersey has been consistent, averaging three or more goals in six of their last nine games. They rank 16th in goals per game and 13th in shots per game, with Jesper Bratt leading the team with 81 points. However, the Devils have suffered a setback with star forward Jack Hughes sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury. ​

The Canucks are on a six-game road trip and are seeking to improve after an 0-1-1 start. In their recent 5-3 loss to the New York Rangers, Vancouver outshot their opponent 39-12. Nils Aman recorded two assists, with goals from Dakota Joshua, Brock Boeser, and Drew O’Connor. Goaltender Kevin Lankinen allowed four goals on 11 shots. ​Offensively, the Canucks have struggled, scoring three or fewer goals in seven of their last ten games. They rank 23rd in goals per game and 31st in shots per game. Defensively, Vancouver has been solid, but goaltending has been a concern, ranking 20th in goals against per game despite being fifth in shots against per game.

The Canucks can be a hard watch at times with the way their offense shrinks at times. However, against a depleted NJ team, the value is on Vancouver to secure a win and make their playoff push. We will take the Vancouver Canucks to win this one by a score of 3-2.