Seattle Kraken vs New Jersey Devils Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL matchup between the Seattle Kraken and New Jersey Devils is set for January 14, 2026, at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. This game promises to deliver exciting hockey action with both teams looking to leverage their strengths in this regular season encounter. The New Jersey Devils have been solid at home with an 11-10 record and are favored with moneyline odds of -165, while the Seattle Kraken enter as underdogs at +145 but boast the league's best against-the-spread record at 31-13.

Seattle's powerplay percentage stands at 7.59%, slightly edging New Jersey's 7.15%, while the Devils have a better penalty kill at 84.2% compared to Seattle's 79.1%. Both teams have similar 5-on-5 effectiveness, making special teams play a crucial factor in this game. Starting goaltenders will be key, with New Jersey's goalie expected to start, providing stability against Seattle's offensive threats.

In their recent encounters, the games have been tight and low scoring, with the last matchup on January 6, 2025, seeing the Devils edge out the Kraken 3-2. You can check the details of this competitive game in their previous meeting on January 6, 2025. The odds spread is currently set at -1.5 favoring New Jersey on the puck line, with a total points over/under at 6, leaning towards the under, reflecting the defensive strengths of both squads.

With ESPN+, KONG, MSGSN, and KHN broadcasting the game, fans can catch every moment live. These betting insights and stats provide an excellent foundation to make informed wagers. For the best odds on this game, New Jersey is available at -165 and Seattle at +145 at BetOnline. This matchup is a must-watch for NHL fans and bettors looking for smart betting trends and game insights to capitalize on the action.