Anaheim Ducks vs New Jersey Devils Picks and Predictions for Saturday December 13 2025
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The Ducks head to Newark for an early start on Saturday afternoon, and this one sets up as a fascinating clash of styles: Anaheim wants to push pace and turn chances into goals, while New Jersey’s best path is tightening up defensively and letting their special teams do damage. Before we jump in, check today’s updated free NHL picks for more matchups and betting angles.
Ducks vs Devils Betting Overview
Anaheim comes in at 19-11-1 and has been one of the more dangerous offensive teams on the board, averaging 3.57 goals per game. New Jersey sits 17-13-1, and while their record is solid, they’ve been giving up too many quality looks recently and are allowing 3.07 goals per game.
This matchup also has a key availability wrinkle: Anaheim’s Lukas Dostal is on IR (Dec 15 target), and New Jersey’s Timo Meier is out (Dec 17). That impacts finishing on both sides.
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Offense
Anaheim can absolutely fill the net, and they do it with volume:
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- 3.57 GF/G
- 31.0 shots per game
- Power Play: 18.6%
The headliner is Leo Carlsson:
- 39 points (17G, 22A), 3 PPG, and he drives their top-end scoring. Supporting cast matters too, with Troy Terry (24 assists) setting the table consistently.
Defense & Goaltending
The concern is on the other end:
- 3.27 GAA as a team
- They allow 29.3 shots against per game
- PK: 75.5% (vulnerable if the game turns special-teams heavy)
Goaltending is a question because Dostal is IR:
- Dostal: 2.81 GAA, .904 SV% (IR)
- Husso: 2.83 GAA, .888 SV%
- Mrazek: 3.69 GAA, .876 SV% (IR)
If Husso starts, Anaheim’s margin for error is slimmer—this team tends to need 3+ goals to feel comfortable.
Recent Form
- L 5–2 @ NYI
- W 4–3 SO @ PIT
- W 7–1 vs CHI
- W 4–3 SO vs WSH
- L 7–0 vs UTA
Even with the blowout loss to Utah, the Ducks have been generating enough offence to stay dangerous.
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Offense
New Jersey’s scoring rate is more modest than Anaheim’s:
- 2.87 GF/G
- 29.4 shots per game
- Power Play: 22.4% (the biggest edge they have in this matchup)
Jesper Bratt is their engine:
- 27 points (6G, 21A)
But the Meier absence is real:
- Timo Meier (11G, 5 PPG) is OUT, and that removes a key finishing threat and a PP weapon.
Defense & Goaltending
New Jersey has been leaky at times:
- 3.07 GAA
- 28.5 shots against per game
- PK: 78.0%
Goaltending options:
- Jake Allen: 2.52 GAA, .903 SV%
- Jacob Markstrom: 3.48 GAA, .875 SV%
If Allen starts, the Devils are far more trustworthy in a game where Anaheim will generate chances.
Recent Form
- L 8–4 vs TB
- W 4–3 @ OTT
- L 4–1 @ BOS
- L 3–0 vs VGK
- L 3–0 vs DAL
That’s four losses in five, and the offense has been inconsistent—especially against structured opponents.
Matchup Breakdown
Edge: Offense — Anaheim
Anaheim’s shot volume + finishing has been more reliable, and they’re the better “score your way out” team.
Edge: Special Teams — New Jersey
The Devils’ 22.4% power play vs Anaheim’s 75.5% penalty kill is the clearest mismatch on the board.
Edge: Goaltending — New Jersey (if Allen starts)
Allen’s numbers are meaningfully stronger than Markstrom’s—and stronger than Anaheim’s likely options without Dostal.
Game Script
If this stays mostly 5-on-5, Anaheim’s pace and scoring depth can win it.
If penalties pile up, New Jersey is live to flip the game with the power play.
Key Betting Trends
- Ducks games tend to open up because they score a lot (3.57 GF/G) and still allow plenty (3.27 GAA).
- Devils have struggled recently to generate consistent offense (multiple shutout losses in the last five).
- Anaheim’s PK sits under 76%, which can be costly in a road spot.
Picks & Predictions
I’m looking at this one through two lenses: Anaheim’s offence is the best unit on the ice, but New Jersey’s power play is the best “single weapon” in the matchup. With the Devils missing Meier, I don’t love their 5-on-5 scoring upside, and Anaheim’s shot volume gives them more ways to win.
Because of that, I’m leaning Ducks in a game that likely features goals—especially if New Jersey gets multiple power-play looks. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Ducks with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on the Devils by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Devils vs Ducks bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
Best Bet: Anaheim Ducks ML
Secondary Lean: Over 6
Prop Lean: Leo Carlsson Anytime Point
Final Score Prediction
Anaheim Ducks 4, New Jersey Devils 3
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