The NHL preseason is already deep in action. When two teams with different fortunes clash at Prudential Center on Monday, September 30, 2024, it will be the New York Rangers (3-0-0), who have yet to suffer a defeat, and the New Jersey Devils (0-4-0), who have yet to savor any success In between. The game set to be played at 7:00 PM ET and will be best scheduled to the NHL Network as it is bound to be vigorous. With the two teams currently in action, many fans and bettors are looking forward to exclusive free NHL predictions as the Rangers try to preserve their perfect season and the Devils their first win.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils 9/30/24 Game Info
| When: | Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Prudential Center |
| TV: | NHL Network |
| Stream: | NHL.TV |
New York Rangers (3-0-0) vs. New Jersey Devils (0-4-0)
The Rangers come into this game firing on all cylinders. With an offense spearheaded by Vincent Trocheck, who racked up 77 points last season, and Chris Kreider, the team’s goal-scoring leader with 39 goals, New York has shown a potent attack that few teams have been able to counter. Adam Fox, from the blue line, has contributed significantly with 73 points, showcasing the depth and versatility of the Rangers’ offensive lineup. This dynamic trio’s capability to penetrate defenses will be crucial as they face a Devils team that has conceded goals readily this preseason.
Conversely, the New Jersey Devils need a turnaround after losing to the Islanders. Despite their poor start, they have offensive talents like Jesper Bratt, who led the team with 83 points, and Jack Hughes, a key playmaker. However, their productivity has not translated into wins. The Devils will need to leverage their offensive skills, including Nico Hischier’s knack for finding the back of the net, to challenge the Rangers’ robust defense and find gaps in their armor. The synergy between Bratt, Hughes, and Hischier will be paramount if they are to capitalize on any defensive lapses by the Rangers.
Goaltender Igor Shesterkin vs. Goaltender Vitek Vanecek
Igor Shesterkin has been at the forefront of the Rangers’ efforts, owning a saved percentage of .913 from the last season. He is quite adept at saving high-danger shots, and this skill will be crucial when facing a Devils offense that looks to do some damage. Shesterkin, who enjoys the moment and the competition, can be a game-changer in aggravating the Devil’s key goal scorers and helping the Rangers remain unbeaten thus far.
On the other hand, however, Vitek Vanecek has it all to do. After managing to save only .89 of the shots faced last season and plying his trade against a high-scoring team like the Rangers, then Vanek must get off the leash. The goalie of New Jersey will need to get back to his A-top performance in order to level the chances in this matchup, especially with respect to absolutely terrific snipers Kreider and Trochek.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds for this game remain undecided, but trends suggest the Rangers are likely favorites. Given their current form and historical performance, they seem well-positioned to cover most point spreads, particularly against a defensively vulnerable team like the Devils.
New York Rangers Betting Trends
The Rangers have been a solid bet, especially on the road, with a 22-18 record against the spread last season. Their tendency to go OVER in totals, achieving this in 3 of their last 5 games, indicates a strong offensive output which bettors might consider when looking at the total points market.
New Jersey Devils Betting Trends
The Devils, however, have struggled both outright and against the spread, with only 1 win in their last 5 ATS. Their games tend to see high scoring, as indicated by the OVER hitting in 4 of their last 5 games, a trend that might continue given their need to push offensively to register their first win.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils 9/30/24 Betting Picks
Based on the recent trends, my favorite to emerge victorious is the Rangers. It is easy to see that they have a deeper and more complete team, from the forwards to the defense, relative to the Devils, who seem to have all their players doing different things. The Rangers on the moneyline should be considered, especially as they need to close the puck line for the Bettors. The total points market is an area that should be taken advantage of, as both teams do reinforce such aspects, looking to have targets that could expand their run of high scoring games.
Also, for prop bets, players Kreider and Trocheck can be targeted for an anytime goal due to their current form as well as the fact that the defensive capabilities of the Devils leave lots to be desired. If there is a handicapper’s best picks, it will involve placing a bet on the Rangers to win and expecting an OVER on the total scored, likely in the case that the line is set to around 5.5 goals.