Jets Edge Devils in Thrilling 4-3 Victory

In a closely contested matchup at the Prudential Center, the Winnipeg Jets triumphed over the New Jersey Devils with a final score of 4-3. This victory marked the Jets' third consecutive win against the Devils this season, as they have now won all three meetings, including a previous 4-3 win on January 11, 2026, and a 4-0 victory on March 29, 2025. The Jets continue to dominate the series, showcasing their ability to perform well against New Jersey.

The Jets entered this game with a record of 21 wins, 24 losses, and 7 overtime losses, while the Devils had a record of 27 wins, 24 losses, and 2 overtime losses. Both teams were looking to improve their standings, with the Jets hoping to break a two-game losing streak and the Devils looking to bounce back after a recent loss to the Seattle Kraken.

In terms of recent form, both teams had identical records over their last ten games, sitting at 5-5. However, the Devils were on a one-game losing streak, while the Jets had lost their last two games. The Devils averaged 2.4 goals scored and 3.5 goals allowed in their last ten games, while the Jets averaged 3.1 goals scored and 2.8 goals allowed.

At home, the Devils had a record of 1-1 over their last two games, while the Jets were 1-1 in their last two away games. The Devils had struggled at home recently, with their last five games showing a record of 3-2, averaging 2.4 goals scored and 2.8 goals allowed. In contrast, the Jets had a home record of 4-4 and an away record of 1-1 in their last two games, with their last five showing a record of 1-4 and an average of 1.6 goals scored and 2.8 goals allowed.

Injuries played a significant role in this matchup, particularly for the Devils, who were missing several key players. Arseny Gritsyuk and Jonas Siegenthaler were both out with upper body and undisclosed injuries, respectively. Additionally, Evan Rodrigues was on injured reserve due to a finger injury, while Luke Hughes and Stefan Noesen were also out with undisclosed and knee injuries. The Jets faced their own injury challenges, with Elias Salomonsson, Neal Pionk, Vladislav Namestnikov, Gustav Nyquist, and Alex Iafallo all out due to various injuries.

The betting odds from DraftKings indicated that the Devils were favored at -130, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 5.5. The over odds were listed at -105, while the under odds were at -115. The moneyline showed the Devils at -130 and the Jets at +110, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.

The game began with Mark Scheifele scoring the first goal for the Jets at 1:30 of the first period, assisted by Kyle Connor and Gabriel Vilardi. The Devils quickly responded with a goal from Lenni Hameenaho at 14:12 in the first period, assisted by Gritsyuk. The second period saw the Jets take control of the game, with goals from Gabriel Vilardi, Cole Koepke, and Nino Niederreiter, bringing the score to 4-1. However, the Devils fought back, with Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier scoring in the second and third periods, respectively, narrowing the gap to 4-3.

Fans watching the game were treated to a thrilling display of skill and determination from both teams. The Jets' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities proved crucial, while the Devils showed resilience in their comeback attempt. The final score of 4-3 reflects the competitive spirit of both teams and sets the stage for their next encounters.