New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes 3/5/23 – The New Jersey Devils will travel to Mullett Arena to take on the Arizona Coyotes. New Jersey currently holds a record of 40-15-6 while Arizona has an overall record of 21-32-9. These two teams have met once this season, with New Jersey coming out victorious. The latest NHL betting odds are in favor of New Jersey to take the lead in this upcoming match.
New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes
Date & Time: Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Mullett Arena
New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes Betting Odds
Devils
Moneyline: -417
Puckline: -1.5 (-145)
Total: 6.5 over (-110)
Coyotes
Moneyline: +310
Puckline: +1.5 (+125)
Total: 6.5 under (-110)
New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes Analysis
New Jersey Devils had an odds of -110 for their last game against Vegas Golden Knights, yet they lost 4-3 in a shootout. Miles Wood, Jesper Bratt and Dawson Mercer each scored one goal while Akira Schmid allowed three goals on 27 shots faced. Recently, New Jersey has had a strong offensive performance. They scored four or more goals in five of their last seven games and currently rank fourth in goals per game and shots per contest. New Jersey has had an outstanding defense and goaltending, ranking seventh in goals against per game and fifth in shots against per contest. New Jersey is currently second in the Metropolitan division and looks like they could make the playoffs. They rank among the top seven for goals per game, shots per game, goals against per game, and shots against per game; making them legitimate Stanley Cup contenders.
Arizona Coyotes was an underdog in their previous game against Carolina Hurricanes and were soundly defeated 6-1. Lawson Crouse scored the only goal for Arizona while Karel Vejmelka allowed six goals on 42 shots faced. Arizona has struggled offensively this season, ranking 28th in goals per game and last in shots per contest. Their last six games saw Arizona score three or fewer goals in six out of those eight contests. Defense and goaltending have both been disastrous for the Coyotes this season, ranking 24th in goals against per game and 31st in shots against per contest. Arizona is currently sitting in second last place in the Central Division and won’t make the playoffs.
New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes Against the Spread
The total has gone OVER in 5 of New Jersey’s last 5 games. New Jersey are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games. New Jersey are 11-4 SU in their last 15 games against Arizona. The total has gone OVER in 9 of New Jersey’s last 13 games on the road. The total has gone UNDER in 4 of New Jersey’s last 6 games when playing on the road against Arizona.
Arizona are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Arizona’s last 8 games against New Jersey. Arizona are 2-5 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against New Jersey. The total has gone OVER in 12 of Arizona’s last 17 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference. The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Arizona’s last 13 games against an opponent in the Metropolitan Division division.
New Jersey Devils vs Arizona Coyotes Free Pick
New Jersey boasts major advantages on offense, defense and goaltending. They are the superior overall team and the best NHL betting forums predict they will take this matchup easily.
Free Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5 (-145)
