Devils vs. Rangers prediction: Close contest projected after new data released for Tuesday's NHL matchup [3/31/2026]

The NY Rangers and New Jersey Devils are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Devils-Rangers matchup.

This article offers further insights into Tuesday's Devils vs. Rangers matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.

Devils vs. Rangers prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Devils and Rangers, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model can't split the two teams, giving both the Devils and Rangers a 50% chance of winning the game.

According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 71% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.

Devils vs. Rangers odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Devils	Rangers
Puck Line	-1.5 (+195)	+1.5 (-220)
Moneyline	-125	+105
Total	o6 (-130)	u6 (+100)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Devils vs. Rangers 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	Rangers +1.5	-220
Moneyline	Rangers	+105
Total	Under 6	+100

According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Rangers +1.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Devils vs. Rangers player props

Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Rangers?

According to our model, Jack Hughes is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Rangers.

Our projections give Hughes a 37.9% chance of scoring a goal at Madison Square Garden, while the star is an 8.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

New Jersey Devils

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Jack Hughes	37.9%
Timo Meier	32.4%
Nico Hischier	31.7%
Jesper Bratt	28.4%
Dawson Mercer	19.6%

NY Rangers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Alexis Lafreniere	31.0%
Mika Zibanejad	29.2%
J.T. Miller	25.2%
Adam Sykora	23.9%
Vincent Trocheck	22.7%

First goal scorer predictions

New Jersey Devils

Player	First Goal Probability
Jack Hughes	8.2%
Timo Meier	6.9%
Nico Hischier	6.4%
Jesper Bratt	5.8%
Connor Brown	3.2%

NY Rangers

Player	First Goal Probability
Alexis Lafreniere	5.8%
Mika Zibanejad	5.7%
J.T. Miller	5.1%
Vincent Trocheck	4.2%
Adam Sykora	4.1%

Devils vs. Rangers game-day updates and essential details

Tuesday's action between the Rangers and Devils at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: New Jersey Devils vs. NY Rangers
• Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

Conclusion

We predict a close game between the Devils and Rangers on Tuesday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.

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