Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Vegas Golden Knights visiting the New Jersey Devils. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Vegas Golden Knights vs New Jersey Devils
2024-25 Season Series: Golden Knights 2-0 Devils
U.S. TV: Scripps Vegas; MSGSN; NHL Network
Canada TV: Sportsnet; TVA Sports
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open up NHL predictions with our featured game between the Vegas Golden Knights and the New Jersey Devils. Former Devils goalie Akira Schmid is the expected starter for this game. However, check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Vegas is 5-2-3 in the last 10 games, including wins in its last two games. Jack Eichel leads the team in assists (21) and points (32).
Jacob Markstrom is the likely starter for the Devils, who are 4-6 in the last 10 games. This includes losses in New Jersey’s last three games. New Jersey has been trying to navigate the loss of Jack Hughes and is hoping for some good news. Jesper Bratt leads the Devils in assists (21) and points (26) so far this campaign.
The Golden Knights are looking to keep the momentum going. Vegas should pick up the win.
Prediction: Golden Knights win 4-2.