The Detroit Red Wings (38-35-7) and New Jersey Devils (42-32-7) are set to face off in their final regular-season matchup at Prudential Center in Newark. The Devils have already secured a playoff spot and will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round, while the Red Wings, eliminated from postseason contention, aim to close their season on a high note.
Game Details
- Matchup: Detroit Red Wings vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
- TV Broadcast: TNT, TruTV, MAX
- Betting Odds: Red Wings (-112), Devils (-108) Over/Under: 5.5 goals
Team Breakdown
New Jersey Devils
- Record: 42-32-7 (4th in Metropolitan Division)
- Season Series: 1-1 vs. Detroit
- Recent Performance: The Devils snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-4 overtime win against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday. Timo Meier scored the game-winner, while Jesper Bratt added two assists.
- Key Players:
- Jesper Bratt (LW) – 88 points (21 goals, 67 assists).
- Nico Hischier (C) – 35 goals, 34 assists.
- Timo Meier (RW) – 53 points (24 goals, 29 assists).
- Goaltending: Jake Allen (12-16-1, 2.66 GAA, .906 SV%) is expected to start. He has a 5-2-5 career record against Detroit with a 2.23 GAA and .925 SV%.
Detroit Red Wings
- Record: 38-35-7 (6th in Atlantic Division)
- Season Series: 1-1 vs. New Jersey
- Recent Performance: The Red Wings are 5-2-1 in their last eight games, including a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars on Monday. Lucas Raymond had a three-point night, while Alex DeBrincat scored twice.
- Key Players:
- Lucas Raymond (LW) – 78 points (27 goals, 51 assists).
- Alex DeBrincat (RW) – 37 goals, 31 assists.
- Dylan Larkin (C) – 68 points (29 goals, 39 assists).
- Goaltending: Alex Lyon (13-9-1, 2.84 GAA, .895 SV%) is expected to start. He has a 1-2 career record against New Jersey with a 2.81 GAA and .845 SV%.
Game Outlook
The Devils have home-ice advantage, but they may rest key players ahead of their playoff series against Carolina. Detroit, meanwhile, will look to build momentum for next season and could capitalize on New Jersey’s lineup adjustments.
Expect a fast-paced game, with both teams boasting top-tier power plays—Detroit ranks fourth in the NHL (27.4%), while New Jersey is third (27.3%). However, the Devils have a strong penalty kill (82.2%), while the Red Wings rank last in the league (70.0%), which could be a deciding factor.
Detroit Red Wings – 115
New Jersey Devils 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, April 15, 2025
