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Devils vs. Red Wings prediction: Detroit favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [4/11/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get New Jersey Devils vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Saturday.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 5:00 PM ET as the New Jersey Devils square off with the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Red Wings as the most likely winner of the Devils vs. Red Wings game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Devils vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Devils and Red Wings, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Red Wings a 55% chance of defeating the Devils.
According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 56% chance of staying under.
Devils vs. Red Wings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-205) | -1.5 (+176) |
| Moneyline | +116 | -135 |
| Total | o6.5 (-102) | u6.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils vs. Red Wings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | Devils +1.5 | -205 |
| Moneyline | Devils | +116 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Devils vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Jack Hughes is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give Hughes a 39.0% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is an 8.1% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 39.0% |
| Timo Meier | 32.4% |
| Nico Hischier | 30.9% |
| Jesper Bratt | 28.3% |
| Dawson Mercer | 23.9% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 38.5% |
| Dylan Larkin | 33.2% |
| Lucas Raymond | 29.9% |
| Patrick Kane | 28.1% |
| Marco Kasper | 17.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 8.1% |
| Nico Hischier | 6.1% |
| Timo Meier | 5.9% |
| Jesper Bratt | 5.7% |
| Dawson Mercer | 4.2% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 8.5% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.4% |
| Lucas Raymond | 6.2% |
| Patrick Kane | 5.6% |
| Marco Kasper | 3.4% |
Devils vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Red Wings and Devils at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Red Wings, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Devils in Saturday's NHL matchup.
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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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