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Ducks vs. Devils prediction: New Jersey favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [12/13/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Anaheim Ducks vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Saturday.
The New Jersey Devils will take on the Anaheim Ducks, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Prudential Center on Saturday, starting at 12:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Devils a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Ducks.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Ducks vs. Devils matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Ducks vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Ducks and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Devils a 52% chance of beating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Ducks vs. Devils odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-245) | -1.5 (+205) |
| Moneyline | -105 | -114 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ducks vs. Devils picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Devils -1.5 | +205 |
| Moneyline | Devils | -114 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Ducks vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Devils?
According to our model, Nico Hischier is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Devils.
Our projections give Hischier a 46.8% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 9.8% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leo Carlsson | 31.1% |
| Chris Kreider | 30.0% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 27.7% |
| Mason McTavish | 24.2% |
| Troy Terry | 22.9% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 46.8% |
| Jesper Bratt | 35.9% |
| Dawson Mercer | 31.9% |
| Ondrej Palat | 20.5% |
| Dougie Hamilton | 20.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leo Carlsson | 5.9% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 5.4% |
| Chris Kreider | 5.2% |
| Mason McTavish | 4.5% |
| Troy Terry | 3.9% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 9.8% |
| Jesper Bratt | 7.3% |
| Dawson Mercer | 6.2% |
| Ondrej Palat | 3.9% |
| Connor Brown | 3.5% |
Ducks vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Devils and Ducks at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence at 12:30PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Time: 12:30PM ET/9:30AM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ducks vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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