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New Jersey Devils vs Ottawa Senators Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 12-10-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: New Jersey Devils 2-3 Ottawa Senators
New Jersey DevilsDrawOttawa Senators
The New Jersey Devils will face off against the Ottawa Senators on October 12, 2026, as part of the NHL's 2026 season. This matchup sees two teams with contrasting fortunes early in the season, with the Devils struggling for form and the Senators sitting high in the standings. Both teams will be looking to assert their style of play as they vie for crucial points in this early-season encounter.
Team form
New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils currently sit 15th in the league standings with only 2 points from their opening two games, recording no wins yet. Their recent form reflects their difficulties, having lost to the Utah Mammoth 3-5 in their latest match, following a heavy 0-6 defeat against the New York Islanders. Despite securing two wins in earlier games, averaged over their recent outings, the Devils are scoring 2.4 goals per game, while conceding an average of 3.0, indicating that defensive vulnerabilities could be a critical issue for them moving forward.
Ottawa Senators
In stark contrast, the Ottawa Senators are enjoying a strong start to the season, currently positioned 3rd in the league with 6 points accumulated from four games. With three wins and just one loss, the Senators defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 in their previous match. Their attacking form has been commendable, with an average of 3.2 goals scored per game while conceding just 2.4, showcasing a well-balanced approach that emphasizes both offense and defense.
Head-to-head
There are no previous head-to-head encounters between the New Jersey Devils and the Ottawa Senators in recent record, adding an element of unpredictability to this matchup. The absence of cultural rivalry or recent history may level the playing field slightly, forcing both teams to rely on their current forms.
Key factors
A key factor to consider is the Ottawa Senators' solid away form and offensive capabilities, averaging nearly 3 goals a game against a New Jersey team that has shown weaknesses in defense. The performance of Senators' snipers, fresh off multiple wins, will be important. Meanwhile, the Devils will need to improve their consistency at home if they wish to assert authority in this matchup, especially after their early-season struggles where they've failed to find reliable scoring. The dynamics between both teams will likely follow either team's ability to control the tempo of the game and execute defensively.
Prediction
Based on the analysis of team performances and statistical trends, the Ottawa Senators enter this match as the away team carrying a higher expected goals total and a favorable track record. Their attacking form and defensive starts suggest they are the likely candidates to secure victory. Conversely, the New Jersey Devils must adapt quickly to their previous mistakes and find ways to build upon their commendable goal output, yet their weaker defense tends to leave many options for opponents to exploit.
Given the current forms of both teams and key performance indicators, the prediction favors an away win for the Ottawa Senators.
Match info
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vegas Golden Knights | 5 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| 2 |  Edmonton Oilers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| 3 |  Winnipeg Jets | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| 4 |  Colorado Avalanche | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 5 |  Anaheim Ducks | 4 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 6 |  San Jose Sharks | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 |  Seattle Kraken | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 8 |  Utah Mammoth | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 9 |  Minnesota Wild | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 10 |  Nashville Predators | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 11 |  Dallas Stars | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 12 |  Vancouver Canucks | 5 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 13 |  St. Louis Blues | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 14 |  Chicago Blackhawks | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 15 |  Los Angeles Kings | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 16 |  Calgary Flames | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 1 |  Boston Bruins | 6 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| 2 |  New York Rangers | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| 3 |  Carolina Hurricanes | 5 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| 4 |  Tampa Bay Lightning | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 5 |  Ottawa Senators | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 6 |  Washington Capitals | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 |  Florida Panthers | 4 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 8 |  Pittsburgh Penguins | 5 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 9 |  Toronto Maple Leafs | 5 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 10 |  Columbus Blue Jackets | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 11 |  New York Islanders | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 12 |  Buffalo Sabres | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 13 |  Montreal Canadiens | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 14 |  New Jersey Devils | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 15 |  Detroit Red Wings | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 16 |  Philadelphia Flyers | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
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