The New Jersey Devils aim for their fourth consecutive victory as they face off against the Philadelphia Flyers this Saturday in Newark, New Jersey. The matchup is set to begin at 7 p.m. EST and marks the second clash between these two Metropolitan Division rivals this season.
Team Records and Performance
The Devils currently hold a record of 16 wins, 7 losses, and 1 overtime loss, positioning them well in the division. Their performance in the Metropolitan Division so far includes 3 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss. Notably, New Jersey has excelled when scoring on power plays, holding a 6-1-1 record in those situations.
In contrast, the Philadelphia Flyers have managed a record of 13 wins, 7 losses, and 3 overtime losses. The Flyers are enjoying their own success in the Metropolitan Division, with an impressive record of 4-0-1. However, they have struggled in one-goal games, with just 2 wins against 3 losses and 3 overtime losses.
Recent Matchup
Top Performers
- New Jersey Devils:
- Jesper Bratt: 5 goals and 18 assists
- Nico Hischier: 6 goals and 5 assists in the last 10 games
- Philadelphia Flyers:
- Travis Konecny: 5 goals and 12 assists
- Owen Tippett: 1 goal and 7 assists in the last 10 games
Recent Form
In their last ten games, the Devils have recorded a 6-3-1 record, averaging 2.5 goals and allowing 2.6 goals per game. Their team has also averaged 4.4 assists and received an average of 3.1 penalties, totaling 7.3 penalty minutes per game.
The Flyers have performed well too, securing a 6-2-2 record in their last ten outings. They average 2.8 goals scored and 2.8 goals allowed per game, with 4.6 assists and a similar 3.1 penalties per game resulting in 6.7 penalty minutes.
Injury Updates
Both teams report no injuries, keeping their rosters intact for what promises to be a competitive face-off.
The upcoming game between the New Jersey Devils and the Philadelphia Flyers presents an exciting opportunity for the Devils to extend their winning streak while the Flyers also seek to establish dominance in the division.
