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Panthers vs. Devils prediction: Florida favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [3/3/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Florida Panthers vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The New Jersey Devils and Florida Panthers will lock horns in the NHL at Prudential Center on Tuesday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Panthers a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Devils.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's Panthers vs. Devils matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Panthers vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Panthers and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Panthers a 52% chance of beating the Devils.
According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over.
Panthers vs. Devils odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+225) | +1.5 (-278) |
| Moneyline | -110 | -105 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Devils picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Panthers -1.5 | +225 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | -110 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | +100 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Panthers vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Devils?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Devils.
Our projections give Reinhart a 33.6% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 7.4% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 33.6% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 32.4% |
| Sam Bennett | 31.3% |
| Brad Marchand | 24.3% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 23.2% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 32.9% |
| Timo Meier | 28.6% |
| Jesper Bratt | 26.7% |
| Jack Hughes | 26.6% |
| Dawson Mercer | 20.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 7.4% |
| Sam Bennett | 6.6% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 6.4% |
| Brad Marchand | 4.9% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 4.6% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 7.2% |
| Timo Meier | 5.1% |
| Jesper Bratt | 5.1% |
| Jack Hughes | 5.0% |
| Dawson Mercer | 3.8% |
Panthers vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Devils and Panthers at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Devils on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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