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The Anaheim Ducks (4-5-0) and New Jersey Devils (5-4-0) will meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. ET at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. The game will broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Devils are favored at -218 on the moneyline, with the Ducks at +180 to pull off the upset. The over/under is set at 6.5 (-115o / -105u).
Let's get into our Ducks vs. Devils predictions and NHL picks.
Ducks vs. Devils Prediction
- Pick: Dawson Mercer Under 1.5 Shots on Goal (+100)
Our Anaheim vs. New Jersey best bet is on Dawson Mercer to record one or no shots on goal tonight, with the best odds currently available at DraftKings. For all of your NHL bets, be sure to find the best lines by using our live NHL odds page.
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Ducks vs Devils Odds
- Ducks vs. Devils puck line: Ducks +1.5 (-142), Devils -1.5 (+120)
- Ducks vs. Devils over/under: 6.5 (-115o / -105u)
- Ducks vs. Devils moneyline: Ducks +180, Devils -218
- Ducks vs. Devils best bet: Dawson Mercer Under 1.5 Shots on Goal (+100)
Ducks vs. Devils Preview
The Devils enter as solid home favorites coming off a 4-3 victory against Colorado, while the Ducks look to snap a four-game losing skid.
A key player prop angle in this matchup focuses on New Jersey center Dawson Mercer. Through 9 games in the 2026-27 season, Mercer has struggled to maintain consistent shot generation, totaling 21 shots on goal (averaging 2.33 SOG per game) while being held to under 1.5 shots in two of his last five outings.
Despite registering two shots on four total attempts in his last contest against Colorado, Action PRO projects him at 1.38 SOGs for tonight.
With even-money odds available, we have a 9.9% edge on the under.
Given Mercer's fluctuating ice time and shot-volume trends this season, this is a strong option at the current market price.
Best Bet: Dawson Mercer Under 1.5 Shots on Goal (+100, DraftKings)
