Devils Battle Stars in Exciting Non-Conference Showdown
In an exciting non-conference showdown, the New Jersey Devils will host the Dallas Stars on Wednesday at 7 p.m. EST. This matchup marks the first encounter of the season between these two competitive teams.
Team Records and Performance
The Devils have an overall record of 16 wins, 9 losses, and 1 overtime loss (16-9-1). They hold a strong home record of 9 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss (9-2-1). The team’s performance has resulted in a scoring differential of +2, with 81 goals scored and 79 goals conceded.
Conversely, the Stars lead the Central Division with 17 wins, 5 losses, and 5 overtime losses (17-5-5). They have excelled in road games, achieving a record of 9 wins, 1 loss, and 4 overtime losses (9-1-4). Notably, Dallas ranks first in the Western Conference with 29 power-play goals.
Top Players to Watch
- Timo Meier (Devils): 10 goals and 12 assists
- Nico Hischier (Devils): 7 goals and 7 assists in the last 10 games
- Mikko Rantanen (Stars): 11 goals and 23 assists
- Tyler Seguin (Stars): 2 goals and 8 assists in the last 10 games
Recent Game Trends
In their last 10 games, the Devils have struggled to maintain consistency, recording 5 wins and 5 losses while averaging 2.8 goals and 4.9 assists per game. They also average 4.1 penalties and 11 penalty minutes, allowing 3.1 goals per game.
The Stars, on the other hand, have displayed formidable form with 7 wins, 1 loss, and 2 overtime losses over their last 10 games. They average an impressive 4.3 goals and 7.5 assists per game, committing only four penalties and just over 11 penalty minutes on average, while conceding only 2 goals per game.
Injury Reports
Both teams enter this matchup with no listed injuries, indicating full rosters ready for competition.
This non-conference contest promises to be thrilling, showcasing high-stakes play as both the Devils and Stars vie for crucial points in their respective seasons.
