New Jersey Devils vs Dallas Stars Picks and Predictions February 22nd 2025

New Jersey Devils vs Dallas Stars February 22nd 2025

Planning on watching today’s Stars and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 vs. the Stars in a non-conference matchup.

Dallas vs. New Jersey Key Information

• Teams: Stars at Devils
• Where: Prudential Center Newark
• Date: Saturday, February 22nd
• Betting Odds NJ -111 | DAL -107 O/U 5.5

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The Stars Can Win If…

Dallas fell to 35-18-2 with a 4-2 road loss to the Panthers. The Stars trailed 2-0 before tying it up, but Florida pulled away with two more goals, including an empty-netter. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.

Evgenii Dadonov put the Stars on the board with a goal in the second period, and Matt Duchene added another to even the score. However, the Panthers responded with two unanswered goals to secure the win.

Dallas fired 25 shots on goal but only netted two, with Evgenii Dadonov scoring his second goal of the season and Matt Duchene adding his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov’s power-play goal.

The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before finding the net twice in the second. They recorded 32 giveaways in the game.

After tying the game at 2-2 in the second period, the Stars’ defense allowed two more goals, including the game-winner at 2:32 in the third. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. The defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 26 hits.

• The Stars have gone 1-2 over their last three regular season games. They have held up well vs the puck line in these matchups, going 2-1 as well as an over-under record of 2-1.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Stars have gone 7-3 straight up. In these contests, the team went just 7-3 against the spread, while going 6-4 on the over-under.

The Devils Can Win If…

New Jersey fell to 31-20-6 with a 3-0 loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 3 goals fell short of that mark.

All of the scoring came in the third period, with the Flames finding the net at 14:26, 14:54, and 16:45. New Jersey struggled offensively, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.

The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to the Flames, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. They also had 19 giveaways.

New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including the third when the Flames scored three times.

Defensively, the Devils held strong through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils’ defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 22 hits.

• New Jersey will look to keep things rolling as they have put together a mark of 2-1 over their past three games. However, they have only gone 1-2 vs. the puck line over this stretch. Their over-under record in these three games was 0-3.
• Across New Jersey’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 5-5. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 3-7, in addition to an over-under mark of 4-6.

The Lean

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Devils to come out with a win against the Stars while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at -111, I’m placing my bet on the Devils to win outright.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Stars to cover. Even in the event of a Devils victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Stars should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 5.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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Key Players Return as New Jersey Faces Red-Hot Dallas

A much-needed break for the New Jersey Devils could provide the boost they need, while the Dallas Stars hope to continue their strong push toward the playoffs. As these two contenders clash on Saturday night in Newark, N.J., the stakes are high for both teams looking to solidify their position in their respective divisions.

Devils Regroup with Key Players Returning

The Devils, currently third in the Metropolitan Division, have won five of their last eight games and could see the return of two critical players—captain Nico Hischier and goaltender Jacob Markstrom.

• Hischier, who ranks third on the team with 43 points, has been sidelined since Jan. 25 with an oblique injury but has resumed full practice.
• Markstrom, out since Jan. 22 with an MCL sprain, has been skating and could be available soon. His 2.20 goals-against average (GAA) and .912 save percentage have been crucial for the Devils this season.

With their top two scorers, Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt, returning from international duty at the 4 Nations Face-Off, New Jersey aims to build on its 4-0 victory over Montreal before the break. However, they will need to improve their 3-3-1 home record since Jan. 11 to fend off a powerful Dallas squad.

“That break was a great time for us to get away, now regroup, come back recharged, and play to our potential,” said Devils veteran Curtis Lazar.

Stars Keep Rolling with Playoff Push in Mind

The Dallas Stars, second in the Central Division, are in prime form, boasting a 6-1-1 record since Jan. 24. They entered the break after a dominant 8-3 win over San Jose, where they overcame an early 2-0 deficit.

Key contributors for the Stars include:

• Matt Duchene, who has recorded consecutive multi-goal games.
• Mikael Granlund, a recent acquisition from San Jose, who has four assists in four games and shined at the 4 Nations Face-Off with three goals and one assist.
• Roope Hintz, Esa Lindell, and Jake Oettinger, all of whom also competed in the international tournament.

Dallas’ focus remains on maintaining their momentum for a deep playoff run.

“We’re in a good spot right now,” said Stars forward Mason Marchment. “A lot of these next two months is building our game for being in the right place going into the playoffs.”

Head-to-Head: Can Devils Overcome Dallas’ Dominance?

Recent history favors the Stars, who have outscored the Devils 18-6 in their last four trips to New Jersey. Key performances include:

• Roope Hintz: Four goals and one assist in his last three games at New Jersey.
• Jason Robertson: Four assists in his last three games at New Jersey.

However, with the Devils potentially at full strength and playing on home ice, this matchup could be much closer than previous meetings.

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Final Outlook: Break vs. Momentum

This game presents a battle between rest and recovery vs. momentum and consistency.

• If Hischier and Markstrom return at full strength, New Jersey will be a much tougher opponent.
• Dallas, however, has been one of the league’s most consistent teams, thriving on offense and resilience.

With both teams vying for positioning, expect an intense, fast-paced contest that could come down to goaltending and special teams execution.

Will the Devils take advantage of their refreshed lineup, or will the Stars continue their dominance? Saturday night’s showdown will provide the answer.