Devils Storm Back to Even Series Against Rangers at 2023 NHL Playoffs

Following losses in their first two games at home against the New York Rangers, the New Jersey Devils were written off for dead.  New Jersey considered playing the Rangers at Madison Square Garden for games three and four.  Not many gamblers allowed the Devils to get out of New York City alive.  Instead, the Devils defied NHL betting expectations with two wins over the Rangers.  As a result, the series is tied 2-2 and shifts back to New Jersey for Game 5 on Thursday night.

NHL Betting:  New Jersey Devils vs. New York Rangers

CashBet Odds:  New York Rangers -280 vs. New Jersey Devils +222

Rangers vs. Devils Series Schedule

Series tied 2-2

Game 1: Rangers 5, Devils 1

Game 2: Rangers 5, Devils 1

Game 3: Devils 2, Rangers 1 (OT)

Game 4: Devils 3, Rangers 1

Thu., April 27: Rangers at Devils, 7:30 p.m.; ESPN2, SN360, TVAS2

Sat., April 29: Devils at Rangers, TBD

*Mon., May 1: Rangers at Devils, TBD

Rangers vs. Devils CashBet Wagering Analysis

On this occasion, there is a significant split in online sportsbook betting activity.  First, the Rangers annoyed a lot of squares that bet on them heavily in the past two games at Madison Square Garden.  The Rangers proved a classic example of how dangerous conventional wisdom can be when betting on sports.  Especially the Stanley Cup Playoffs, where upsets are common.

Despite winning games three and four in New York, New Jersey remains the series underdog.  Cause by the public popularity and branding of the Rangers.

Rangers Reeling After Two Home Losses

Late on, New York has covered two of their last six games.  While the Rangers have gone under the Betting on NHL total in six of its previous eight matchups.

New York has NHL rankings of 12^th for goals scored and 7^th for power play efficiency.  In comparison, on defense, the Rangers have NHL rankings of 4^th for goals against and 13^th for penalty killing.

The New York Rangers finished 47-22-13 straight up and 35-44-3 over/under the total.  Also, New York was 5^th in the Eastern Conference playoff standings.  New York finished 28 points behind the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

First, among New York goal scorers is Chris Kreider with five goals, one assist, six points, and a +2.  Goaltender Igor Shesterkin has a .941 save percentage and a 1.45 goals-against average.  His record is 2-2 with no pro hockey betting shutouts.

Devils Are in The Details  

Late on, New Jersey has covered four out of their last five games.  While the Devils have gone over the hockey betting total in five of its previous seven matchups.

New Jersey has NHL rankings of 4^th for goals scored and 13^th for power play efficiency.  In comparison, on defense, the Devils have NHL rankings of 8^th for goals against and 4^th for penalty killing.

The New Jersey Devils finished 52-22-8 straight up and 40-37-5 over/under the total.  Also, New Jersey was 3^rd in the Eastern Conference playoff standings.  New Jersey finished 23 points behind the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Namely, Jack Hughes leads the Devils with three goals, three points, and a -1.  Goaltender Akira Schmid has a .966 save percentage and 0.91 goals against average.  His record is 2-0 with no shutouts.

Game 4 Recap

The New Jersey Devils are suddenly brimming with confidence.  Following two close wins on the road after opening their playoff series with a pair of lopsided losses at home.  Namely, Jonas Siegenthaler scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period.  Additionally, Akira Schmid had 22 saves in another shutdown start, and the Devils beat the New York Rangers 3-1 Monday night.  Also, Jack Hughes and Ondrej Palat scored for New Jersey.

Rangers vs. Devils CashBet Free Pick  

In this situation, the Devils have seized the NHL gambling momentum.

Rangers vs. Devils CashBet Best Bet

New Jersey Devils