The New Jersey Devils (1-1-1) take on the New York Islanders (2-0-0) Friday at UBS Arena. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Devils vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.
After their season-opening win, the Devils have dropped 2 straight — 1 via a shootout. They dropped their last game 4-3 to the Florida Panthers Monday. C Jack Hughes is off to a fast start with 2 goals and 4 assists. LW Jesper Bratt has 3 goals and 2 assists of his own.
The Islanders shut out the Arizona Coyotes 1-0 on Tuesday night. They beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in their season opener as well. C Mathew Barzal and C Brock Nelson each have 1 goal on the young season.
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