Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NHL match.
With two consecutive games around New Year's Eve, these teams will complete their four-game series against each other this season. So far, they have exchanged home wins, both by a 4:2 scoreline. This time, the Devils will play hosts.
New Jersey Devils
In Newark, the Devils have been in sensational form lately: four wins on the bounce, conceding only two goals in total. The last two games were shutouts against the Pittsburgh Penguins (3:0) and the New York Rangers (5:0). It's not just Jakob Markström shining with two shutouts; even the outfield players have been outstanding. In both games, Markström faced only 12 shots. A similar number were blocked.
Carolina Hurricanes
Conversely, the Hurricanes have been struggling to break free from their losing streaks on the road. They had hoped to turn things around with a victory over the New York Rangers (3:1), but overall it's been bleak: six losses in seven matches, with only a bonus point to show for it. It all started with a game against the New Jersey Devils. The problem lies not only with the goalkeepers but also in their attack, averaging just 2.1 goals per game over these seven fixtures.
New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction
How can the New Jersey Devils not win in such circumstances? Just consider Jack Hughes' contribution over the last six games: 4+6. We're confident there's no alternative, so the New Jersey Devils will win.
