The Devils are rested and on the road to face the Ducks today. NJ has been dynamite on the road this season, 15-2 to date. They've also been explosive in their last two appearances, knocking off the 'Canes and Rangers, and have scored 4 or more goals in 5 of 6 games. The Ducks do play better in their own pond, but ares still just 8-12 at home. They have been shelled in two straight home games, allowing 13 goals while scoring just 3! This game is a mismatch. New Jersey has a sixth ranked offense and fourth ranked defense against the Ducks "worst or close" defense, offense, PP and PK. Yikes! Can you spell Bedard?
In net, Vanacek has been a fine edition in net for the Devils, giving them a steady presence in goal. Gibson, who has had a very fine career in Anaheim, is posting his worst numbers ever, and has allowed 13 goals in his last 2 games. Don't blame him. He's been peppered with quality shots; absolutely a sitting duck... Take the resurgent Devils to win on the puck line at -1 1/2.