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Devils vs. Rangers Prediction: New Jersey Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [1/9/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's New Jersey Devils vs NY Rangers matchup.
The NY Rangers will take on the New Jersey Devils, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Devils as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's New Jersey-NY Rangers game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Devils with a win probability of 54% and the Rangers with 46%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Devils vs. Rangers predictions page.
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Thursday's game between the Rangers and Devils at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. NY Rangers
- Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Devils vs. Rangers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any New Jersey vs. NY Rangers picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Devils vs. Rangers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Devils and Rangers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Devils a 54% chance of defeating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 10:15PM, Jan 9
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Over / Under
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Devils vs. Rangers Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+154) | +1.5 (-185) |
| Moneyline | -155 | +132 |
| Total | o6.5 (+105) | u6.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils vs. Rangers Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Devils vs. Rangers matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Rangers?
According to our model, New Jersey's Jack Hughes is most likely to score the first goal in Devils vs. Rangers.
Our projections give Hughes a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Madison Square Garden, while the Devils star is a 35.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 7.1% |
| Timo Meier | 6.3% |
| Nico Hischier | 5.4% |
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alexis Lafreniere | 7.0% |
| Artemi Panarin | 6.2% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 6.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 35.9% |
| Timo Meier | 33.7% |
| Nico Hischier | 30.2% |
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alexis Lafreniere | 34.2% |
| Artemi Panarin | 32.4% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 29.6% |
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Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Devils vs. Rangers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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