How to Pick the Devils vs. Penguins Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – February 4

Published 12:50 pm Monday, February 3, 2025

Seeking best bets for the upcoming game between the New Jersey Devils and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday at 7:00 PM ET? You’ve found the right place. In the article below, we provide our picks and predictions to help you make wise betting decisions for this matchup.

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Devils vs. Penguins Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

  • This season, New Jersey games have gone over this one’s 6-goal total 25 times.
  • There have been 35 Pittsburgh games with over 6 goals this season.
  • The Devils score 3.09 goals per game, compared to the Penguins’ average of 2.89, adding up to 0.0 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 6.
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.0 goals per game, 0.0 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Devils Moneyline: -157

  • The Devils are 26-23 when favored on the moneyline this season.
  • New Jersey is 13-13 when playing with moneyline odds of -157 or shorter (50.0% win percentage).
  • The Devils have a 61.1% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this matchup.

Penguins Moneyline: +132

  • In 40 games as an underdog on the moneyline, Pittsburgh has pulled off the upset 14 times.
  • The Penguins have seven wins in games when their odds are +132 or longer on the moneyline (in 22 opportunities).
  • Pittsburgh’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 43.1% to win this contest.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
New Jersey 4, Pittsburgh 3

Devils Points Leaders

  • A productive offensive player this season for New Jersey, Jack Hughes has recorded 61 points.
  • Jesper Bratt is another of New Jersey’s top contributors currently with 59 total points (16 goals and 43 assists) to his name.
  • With 43 points through 51 games (24 goals and 19 assists), Nico Hischier has been an important part of New Jersey’s offensive efforts this season.
  • Across 36 games played, Jacob Markstrom has a goaltending record of 21-9-5. During those games, he’s allowed 78 goals while recording 804 saves.

Penguins Points Leaders

  • Sidney Crosby has totaled 17 goals (0.3 per game) and dished out 40 assists (0.7 per game), averaging 2.8 shots per game and shooting 11.2%. That makes him among the leaders for Pittsburgh with 57 total points (1.1 per game).
  • Rickard Rakell’s 44 points this season, including 23 goals and 21 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Pittsburgh.
  • Pittsburgh’s Bryan Rust has 40 points, courtesy of 20 goals (second on team) and 20 assists (sixth).
  • Alex Nedeljkovic has an .899 save percentage (40th in the league), with 660 total saves, while conceding 74 goals (3.0 goals against average). He has put together an 11-9-4 record between the posts for Pittsburgh this season.

Devils’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/27/2025 Flyers L 4-2 Away -152
1/29/2025 Flyers W 5-0 Home -185
2/2/2025 Sabres L 4-3 Away -140
2/4/2025 Penguins Away -157
2/6/2025 Golden Knights Home
2/8/2025 Canadiens Away
2/22/2025 Stars Home

Penguins’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/27/2025 Sharks L 2-1 Away -178
1/29/2025 Utah Hockey Club W 3-2 Away +120
2/1/2025 Predators W 3-0 Home +100
2/4/2025 Devils Home +132
2/7/2025 Rangers Away
2/8/2025 Flyers Away
2/22/2025 Capitals Home

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New Jersey vs. Pittsburgh Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Venue: PPG Paints Arena

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