New Jersey Devils @ Winnipeg Jets

Allen gets the spotlight in Winnipeg

Jake Allen is set to start for New Jersey in Winnipeg on Tuesday, putting the spotlight on the Devils’ road goaltending.

Winnipeg arrives with some hard-earned momentum

Winnipeg is 3-7 in its last 10 completed games, but Mark Scheifele’s late winner over Tampa Bay and his presence in Monday’s top-line rushes give the home side a chance to make this more than a reunion storyline.

Meier’s two-goal game offers a timely spark

Timo Meier scored twice against Toronto after entering with one season goal and none in his previous nine outings, giving New Jersey another dangerous finisher alongside its top playmakers.

Winnipeg’s availability remains a concern

The Jets list Vladislav Namestnikov and Elias Salomonsson on injured reserve; Josh Morrissey is also listed there but practiced in a regular jersey Monday, leaving his status worth checking near puck drop.

Pick Ideas

Angles drawn from the matchup analysis above and refreshed as the news changes. They are a separate read from the LineCrush pick for this matchup, so the two can land on different sides.

Devils moneyline

New Jersey is around -140 to -150 at current books; the moneyline is cleaner than requiring a multi-goal margin, so shop near -140.

Under 6.5 goals

Consider the under only at 6.5 and around -130, since a move to 6 materially changes the risk.