Ascending Kraken Visit Inconsistent Devils
1. Game Overview
The Seattle Kraken will travel to Newark to face the New Jersey Devils in a cross-conference matchup. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with puck drop at 7:00 PM EST at the Prudential Center. The game can be streamed live on platforms such as fuboTV.
2. Team Form and Analysis
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken enter this contest in strong form, posting a 7-1-2 record over their last ten games. They are coming off a 4-2 comeback victory against the New York Rangers on Monday. The team has demonstrated resilience and balanced scoring, with contributions from veterans and younger players alike. Winger Jordan Eberle scored in the recent win over the Rangers, while forward Berkly Catton has been productive with four goals in his last four games. A key to Seattle’s recent success has been their defensive structure and goaltending, which has been a consistent strength throughout the season.
New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils recently snapped a four-game losing streak with a victory over the Minnesota Wild on January 12. During their last five games, they have a record of 1-4-0 with a goal differential of -12, highlighting recent struggles on both ends of the ice. The win against the Wild saw key offensive players step up, with both Jesper Bratt and Ondrej Palat scoring two goals each. Goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 20 saves in that contest. For the Devils, the challenge will be to build momentum from that victory and find the consistency that has been lacking. Historically, New Jersey has had success against Seattle, holding an all-time record of 6-0-2 in their eight meetings.
3. Injury Report
Based on the provided data, there are no significant injuries reported for either the Seattle Kraken or the New Jersey Devils heading into this matchup.
4. Standings & Trends Analysis
Seattle Kraken
- Overall Record: 21-15
- Home/Away: 10-7 at home, 11-8 on the road.
- Puck Line: The Kraken have been excellent against the puck line with a 32-12 overall record. This success continues on the road, where they are 16-6.
- Over/Under: The team’s games have trended towards the under, with an overall record of 18-26. On the road, the record is more balanced at 12-10.
New Jersey Devils
- Overall Record: 23-21
- Home/Away: 11-8 at home, 12-13 on the road.
- Puck Line: The Devils have struggled against the puck line, posting an 18-28 record overall. Their performance at home has been particularly poor, with a 6-15 record.
- Over/Under: Devils’ games have also leaned towards the under this season with a 20-26 overall record. At home, the under is 13-8.
5. Betting Odds Breakdown
The New Jersey Devils are the moneyline favorites at -146, while the Seattle Kraken are the underdogs at +122. This means a bettor would need to wager $146 on the Devils to win $100. Conversely, a $100 wager on the Kraken would return a profit of $122 if they win the game. The odds imply a 59.3% probability of a Devils victory, compared to a 45.0% probability for a Kraken win.
6. Prediction
The New Jersey Devils’ path to victory relies on carrying the momentum from their recent win. To secure a win as the favorite, they will need their top offensive talents like Jesper Bratt and Ondrej Palat to continue producing, and they must receive a solid performance from goaltender Jacob Markstrom. Leveraging their home-ice advantage and their historically strong head-to-head record against the Kraken will be crucial.
For the Seattle Kraken, the path to an upset victory involves continuing the high level of play that has defined their recent stretch. Their strong defensive game and goaltending must travel well to neutralize the Devils’ attack. The Kraken have been one of the league’s best teams against the spread, particularly on the road (16-6 against the puck line), indicating they consistently outperform expectations away from home.
Considering the stark contrast in recent form and the compelling statistical trends, an upset appears plausible. The Kraken are playing with confidence and have a 7-1-2 record in their last ten games, while the Devils have gone 1-4-0 in their last five. The betting trends strongly favor Seattle, whose puck line record is among the best in the league, against a Devils team that has been the opposite at home. While New Jersey has historical precedent on their side, current performance suggests Seattle is the team with the advantage.
Prediction: Seattle Kraken 3, New Jersey Devils 2.
Disclaimer: This article is for entertainment purposes only. All betting information is provided for informational purposes and is not a recommendation to wager.
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