Devils vs. Red Wings prediction favors Detroit to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [10/13/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Devils and Red Wings, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Red Wings a 52.0% chance of defeating the Devils. According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 72.1% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52.5% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

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

• Puck Line: Devils -1.5 (+230) / Red Wings +1.5 (-250)
• Moneyline: Devils -105, Red Wings -108
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-108/-105)

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

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Red Wings +1.5 @ -250 via bet365
• Moneyline: Red Wings @ -108 via BetRivers
• Total: Under 6 @ -105 via BetMGM

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.

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

Devils vs. Red Wings player props

Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Red Wings?

According to our model, Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Red Wings.

Our projections give DeBrincat a 41.5% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is a 10.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 33.8% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 29.2% probability
• Nico Hischier: 28.7% probability
• Timo Meier: 24.6% probability
• Jesper Bratt: 22.3% probability

Detroit Red Wings

• Alex DeBrincat: 41.5% probability
• Dylan Larkin: 38.8% probability
• Viktor Arvidsson: 37.6% probability
• Lucas Raymond: 29.4% probability
• Emmitt Finnie: 18.3% probability

First goal scorer predictions

New Jersey Devils

• Jack Hughes: 6.8% probability
• Anthony Mantha: 5.9% probability
• Nico Hischier: 5.3% probability
• Jesper Bratt: 4.1% probability
• Timo Meier: 4.0% probability

Detroit Red Wings

• Alex DeBrincat: 10.1% probability
• Dylan Larkin: 8.2% probability
• Viktor Arvidsson: 7.7% probability
• Lucas Raymond: 6.0% probability
• Emmitt Finnie: 3.2% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Tuesday's matchup between the Red Wings and Devils at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM ET.

• Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Detroit Red Wings
• Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Red Wings, with a 52.0% win probability, will likely beat the Devils in Tuesday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.