The set-up: After a satisfying 4-0 home win over Vancouver, I think the Devils suffer a predictable letdown here in this difficult non-conference venue. The Stars on the other hand will be eager to return to form after a tough 3-2 OT loss at home to the Canadiens. MacKenzie Blackwood has been strong in six games in net for the Devils, but after posting back-to-back shut-outs, there's no question that this one sets up as a letdown spot in my opinion. The Devils are still just 4-15 on the road, averaging 2.69 goals in those games and allowing 3.89. Dallas has played better at home than on the road, going 12-7 there, averaging 3.26 goals and allowing 2.42 in those contests. Stars' net minder Ben Bishop is an unreal 9-2 with a 1.43 GAA lifetime vs. New Jersey.

The pick: Take it for what you will as well but the Devils are a poor 23-48 in their last 71 road games vs. teams with a home winning percentage of greater than .600, while the home team is 6-2 the last eight in this series. This line could easily be a lot larger. Play on the Stars.

8* play