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Devils vs. Maple Leafs prediction: Why New Jersey is favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [12/30/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get New Jersey Devils vs Toronto Maple Leafs predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Toronto Maple Leafs will take on the New Jersey Devils, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Devils a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Maple Leafs.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's Devils vs. Maple Leafs matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs prediction: Who will win?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Devils and Maple Leafs 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Devils a 51% chance of defeating the Maple Leafs.
According to our model, the 5.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Maple Leafs |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -142 | +120 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Maple Leafs | +120 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Maple Leafs to win.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs player props
Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Maple Leafs?
According to our model, John Tavares is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Maple Leafs.
Our projections give Tavares a 35.8% chance of scoring a goal at Scotiabank Arena, while the star is a 7.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Timo Meier | 30.6% |
| Jack Hughes | 30.3% |
| Nico Hischier | 30.2% |
| Jesper Bratt | 24.7% |
| Dawson Mercer | 20.7% |
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| John Tavares | 35.8% |
| Matthew Knies | 31.8% |
| Bobby McMann | 28.9% |
| Matias Maccelli | 23.4% |
| Nicholas Robertson | 20.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 6.6% |
| Timo Meier | 6.2% |
| Nico Hischier | 6.1% |
| Dawson Mercer | 4.3% |
| Jesper Bratt | 4.2% |
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| John Tavares | 7.8% |
| Bobby McMann | 6.3% |
| Matthew Knies | 6.2% |
| Matias Maccelli | 4.4% |
| Nicholas Robertson | 3.7% |
Devils vs. Maple Leafs game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Maple Leafs and Devils at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
- Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Maple Leafs on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Devils vs. Maple Leafs insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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