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Devils vs. Islanders prediction: New Jersey favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [12/23/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get New Jersey Devils vs NY Islanders predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The NY Islanders will square off with the New Jersey Devils, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at UBS Arena on Tuesday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Devils a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Islanders.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's Devils vs. Islanders matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Devils vs. Isles prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Devils and Islanders 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Devils a 51% chance of defeating the Islanders.
According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 51% chance of going over.
Devils vs. Islanders odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+200) | +1.5 (-225) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +110 |
| Total | o5.5 (-124) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils vs. Islanders 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 | Islanders +1.5 | -225 |
| Moneyline | Islanders | +110 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Islanders to win.
Devils vs. Islanders player props
Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Islanders?
According to our model, Jack Hughes is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Islanders.
Our projections give Hughes a 33.7% chance of scoring a goal at UBS Arena, while the star is a 7.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 33.7% |
| Nico Hischier | 29.3% |
| Timo Meier | 26.2% |
| Jesper Bratt | 22.8% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 21.9% |
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mathew Barzal | 30.1% |
| Anders Lee | 29.3% |
| Max Shabanov | 22.7% |
| Emil Heineman | 22.2% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 21.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 7.2% |
| Nico Hischier | 6.7% |
| Timo Meier | 5.5% |
| Dawson Mercer | 4.1% |
| Jesper Bratt | 3.9% |
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mathew Barzal | 6.6% |
| Anders Lee | 6.3% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 4.4% |
| Emil Heineman | 4.3% |
| Max Shabanov | 4.2% |
Devils vs. Isles game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Islanders and Devils at UBS Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. NY Islanders
- Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: UBS Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Devils vs. Islanders 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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