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New Jersey Devils vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 04-11-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: New Jersey Devils 2-3 Edmonton Oilers
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New Jersey Devils host Edmonton Oilers in an NHL matchup on 4 November 2026. The Oilers arrive as the league leaders with an 8-2 record and 22 points, while the Devils sit sixth with a 7-5 record and 18 points. Edmonton holds a narrow edge in this encounter, though New Jersey's home advantage and recent offensive form present a credible threat.
Team form
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey has won three of their last five games, including a dominant 7-1 victory over New York Rangers on 15 October and a 4-3 comeback win against Colorado Avalanche four days later. The Devils scored 18 goals across these five matches at an average of 3.6 per game, demonstrating offensive capability. However, defensive inconsistency is evident: they conceded 13 goals in the same span (2.6 per game), including a 1-4 loss to Ottawa Senators and a 2-4 defeat at Washington Capitals. The home crowd has been a factor in their recent success, with two of their three wins coming at the Rock.
Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton's 8-2 record reflects sustained excellence. Over their last five games, the Oilers have won four, losing only to Utah Mammoth 2-4 at home on 16 October. They have scored 20 goals in these five matches (4.0 per game) while conceding just 10 (2.0 per game), indicating both offensive potency and defensive discipline. Their road form is particularly strong, with three wins in four away games. The Oilers' consistency in both phases of play distinguishes them from a Devils team that has shown more volatility.
Head-to-head
No previous meetings between these teams are available in the data.
Key factors
Edmonton's superior defensive record—2.0 goals conceded per game versus New Jersey's 2.6—will be tested by a Devils team that has scored freely at home. The Oilers' league-leading position reflects a balanced attack and structured defending; they have not relied on a single game-changing performance but rather maintained a winning pattern. New Jersey's home advantage is tactically significant, as they have shown they can generate volume and tempo in front of their own supporters. Edmonton's road discipline, however, suggests they will not be overwhelmed by the environment. The matchup hinges on whether New Jersey can sustain offensive pressure while tightening their defensive shape, or whether Edmonton's consistency will prove too difficult to breach.
Prediction
Edmonton enters as a slight favourite despite playing away. Their 8-2 record and defensive solidity provide a foundation that has held firm across five consecutive games. New Jersey's offensive capability—particularly at home—keeps this competitive, and the Devils' recent high-scoring wins demonstrate they can match the Oilers' firepower. However, Edmonton's league-leading position and superior goal differential reflect a team that executes under pressure. The narrow margin between the two sides reflects the tactical balance: Edmonton's discipline versus New Jersey's home-ice intensity.
Back Edmonton Oilers as a narrow favourite. The Oilers' defensive structure and consistency across their winning streak position them to manage New Jersey's home aggression. Expect a closely contested game in which Edmonton's experience navigating road environments in the early season will prove decisive. The Devils will create chances and may score, but Edmonton's ability to limit high-danger opportunities should see them through.
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Minnesota Wild | 16 | 10 | 3 | 23 |
| 2 |  Edmonton Oilers | 14 | 8 | 2 | 22 |
| 3 |  Vegas Golden Knights | 15 | 7 | 5 | 19 |
| 4 |  Utah Mammoth | 15 | 7 | 6 | 18 |
| 5 |  Colorado Avalanche | 14 | 8 | 5 | 17 |
| 6 |  Dallas Stars | 14 | 5 | 5 | 17 |
| 7 |  Seattle Kraken | 14 | 6 | 5 | 17 |
| 8 |  St. Louis Blues | 14 | 7 | 6 | 15 |
| 9 |  Nashville Predators | 14 | 4 | 4 | 15 |
| 10 |  San Jose Sharks | 15 | 2 | 7 | 15 |
| 11 |  Calgary Flames | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| 12 |  Anaheim Ducks | 13 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 13 |  Winnipeg Jets | 15 | 4 | 8 | 11 |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Kings | 13 | 2 | 7 | 10 |
| 15 |  Chicago Blackhawks | 14 | 3 | 9 | 9 |
| 16 |  Vancouver Canucks | 16 | 1 | 12 | 7 |
| 1 |  Carolina Hurricanes | 16 | 11 | 2 | 26 |
| 2 |  Boston Bruins | 15 | 8 | 4 | 21 |
| 3 |  Montreal Canadiens | 14 | 6 | 3 | 20 |
| 4 |  Ottawa Senators | 15 | 7 | 5 | 19 |
| 5 |  Tampa Bay Lightning | 13 | 7 | 3 | 18 |
| 6 |  New Jersey Devils | 14 | 7 | 5 | 18 |
| 7 |  Florida Panthers | 14 | 6 | 4 | 18 |
| 8 |  Toronto Maple Leafs | 16 | 7 | 6 | 18 |
| 9 |  Buffalo Sabres | 14 | 5 | 4 | 17 |
| 10 |  Washington Capitals | 13 | 7 | 5 | 16 |
| 11 |  New York Islanders | 14 | 5 | 5 | 16 |
| 12 |  New York Rangers | 14 | 7 | 6 | 15 |
| 13 |  Detroit Red Wings | 14 | 4 | 5 | 15 |
| 14 |  Pittsburgh Penguins | 14 | 2 | 7 | 12 |
| 15 |  Philadelphia Flyers | 16 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 16 |  Columbus Blue Jackets | 12 | 1 | 7 | 10 |
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