New Jersey vs Anaheim Prediction 22 October 2026
🔊 New Jersey return to the Prudential Center ice fresh off a win over Colorado, with Sheldon Keefe’s side delivering one of their strongest performances of the season so far. Things are looking less promising for Anaheim. The Californians have dropped four straight and once again struggled defensively during their trip through New York. Now, the Ducks face an opponent who just managed to shut down one of the league’s most potent offenses.
In Newark, the hosts have scored more.
📊 Last regular season, the teams faced off twice. The December clash in Newark saw New Jersey come out on top with a 4-1 victory. Goals for the hosts came from Stefan Noesen, Paul Cotter, Cody Glass, and Connor Brown, while Troy Terry netted Anaheim’s lone tally. Notably, head-to-head encounters at the Devils’ rink have rarely been high-scoring affairs: in six of the last seven home games New Jersey have played against the Ducks, the total goals have stayed under seven.
Head-to-head statistics New Jersey - Anaheim
A strong performance with a tense finish
New Jersey have alternated wins and losses so far, picking up five victories alongside four regulation defeats. The team averages 3.29 goals per game, but they concede just as many-a stat that raises concerns about their defensive reliability, even with Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, and Nico Hischier leading the attack. Still, their latest home outing showed the Devils are capable of much tighter play at the back.
Against Colorado, the hosts seized the initiative early, outshooting the Avalanche 15-4 in the opening period. Luke Evangelista, back from illness, notched a goal and an assist, while Arseniy Gritsyuk scored a highlight-reel goal after beating Cale Makar and Devon Toews. By the third period, New Jersey were up 4-1, but allowed Artturi Lehkonen to strike twice late on. The Devils managed to hold on for a 4-3 win, though they know they can’t afford to switch off prematurely. Sheldon Keefe praised his side’s commitment and defensive work, despite some lapses down the stretch.
Match Results: New Jersey Devils
Four defeats and familiar problems
Anaheim opened the season with four straight wins, but have since hit a rough patch. Joel Quenneville’s side are currently on a four-game losing streak, averaging just 2.66 goals per game. Leo Carlsson leads the way with nine points (2+7), while Mikael Granlund has eight, but the team’s top performers haven’t been enough to turn things around so far. Still, the Ducks have won three of five games on the road, so it would be premature to write them off based solely on recent results.
In their previous outing against the Islanders, Anaheim once again struggled out of the gate. The opposition netted three goals in the opening five minutes, forcing the Californians to chase the game. Frank Vatrano quickly pulled one back, and Alex Killorn scored late in the third period after the Ducks pulled their goalie for an extra skater. However, that was as close as Anaheim would get-falling 2-3. Lukas Dostal made 22 saves, but couldn’t overcome the damage from a disastrous start. After the game, Vatrano emphasized that the team needs to start games stronger, rather than constantly trying to claw their way back after conceding early goals.
Match Results: Anaheim Ducks
Prediction for the 1st period
New Jersey rarely come out firing against Anaheim, especially in the opening period. In fifteen consecutive home head-to-head games, the Devils have scored no more than one goal in the first period. The overall series stats back up this trend: twelve of the last thirteen meetings have seen New Jersey limited to a single goal or fewer in the opening frame. Furthermore, in nine of their last ten games this season, the Devils have failed to surpass that mark as well. The recommended bet is on New Jersey’s individual total under 1.5 goals in the first period.
*Odds are approximate and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐️ Editorial Prediction
New Jersey’s win over Colorado was high-scoring, but it’s important to note that the Devils controlled the game for long stretches and only allowed the Avalanche back into it late on. Anaheim are currently struggling up front, averaging just 2.66 goals per game. Head-to-head clashes in Newark rarely turn into shootouts: the under 6.5 goals bet has landed in six of the last seven meetings on the Devils’ home ice. Even with both teams dealing with defensive issues, there’s little reason to expect a seven-goal game here. My pick is under 6.5 total goals.
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