The New Jersey Devils are in Winnipeg to take on the Jets on Tuesday night. This contest marks Connor Hellebuyck's return to Winnipeg, although he won't be between the pipes for New Jersey. Along with being a major letdown in regard to the entertainment value of this game, it also means that New Jersey may be in a tough spot between the pipes. Jake Allen is slated to get the starting nod, and he has been inconsistent this season. In total, Allen is 6-3-0 with a 3.20 goals-against average and .881 save percentage in nine appearances. The Jets are starting to find a groove offensively, and have scored 15 goals over their last three games. They should be able to give Allen some problems.
The Devils are one of the NHL's highest-scoring teams in the early going of the 2026-27 season. Specifically, New Jersey ranks 7th in the league by scoring a solid 3.61 goals per game. Jack Hughes is already up to 25 points, and a total of seven Devils skaters have reached the 10-point mark already this season. That gives them plenty of scoring depth on a night-in and night-out basis. Neither of these teams kills penalties well, and with even momentum and offensive talent to go around on both sides, there should be enough scoring chances to take this one over the listed total of 5.5. Look to the over.
Devils vs Jets prediction: Over 5.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to -115.
