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Dallas Stars vs New Jersey Devils Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 28-10-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Dallas Stars 3-2 New Jersey Devils
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Dallas Stars host New Jersey Devils in an NHL matchup that pits two Eastern Conference contenders against each other. Both teams sit in the upper half of the standings after 10+ games, with the Stars at sixth and the Devils fifth. This is an opportunity for either side to assert itself early in the season and build momentum heading into the winter stretch.
Team form
Dallas Stars
Dallas has won three of its last five, including two shutout victories. The Stars blanked Chicago 4-0 and San Jose 5-0, showing they can dominate defensively when clicking. However, they also lost to Colorado 2-3 and Nashville 1-2, suggesting inconsistency. Over the five-game span, Dallas has scored 3.2 goals per game while conceding just 1.0, a strong ratio that reflects their recent defensive solidity despite the mixed results.
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey has also won three of five, but with a different complexion. The Devils scored 18 goals across those five games—an average of 3.6 per game—yet conceded 13, averaging 2.6 against. This indicates an offensively potent but defensively vulnerable team. Their 7-1 demolition of New York Rangers and 4-3 comeback win over Colorado show attacking flair, but losses to Washington (2-4) and Ottawa (1-4) expose defensive gaps.
Head-to-head
These teams have no recent head-to-head history in the available data, so the preview rests on current form and standing rather than established patterns.
Key factors
Dallas's defensive discipline stands out: 1.0 goals conceded per game is elite-level. If the Stars can maintain that structure, they limit New Jersey's high-octane offence. Conversely, the Devils' 3.6 goals per game is a significant threat; they can outscore most opponents on any given night. The matchup hinges on whether Dallas's defence can contain New Jersey's attack, or whether the Devils' firepower overwhelms the Stars' backline. Dallas also holds the home advantage, which typically favours the host in a competitive league.
Prediction
Dallas enters as the favourite, supported by their superior recent defensive record and home ice. The Stars have conceded half as many goals per game as the Devils over the sample period, and home teams in the NHL generally enjoy a tangible edge. New Jersey's offensive prowess keeps this competitive—they score more per game than Dallas—but their defensive vulnerabilities make them vulnerable on the road. The balance of form and venue suggests the Stars should prevail, though the Devils' attacking threat means this is not a foregone conclusion.
Dallas Stars are favoured to win. Expect a competitive contest where the Stars' defensive solidity clashes with the Devils' offensive ambition. The home team should edge this one, but New Jersey's scoring ability means the margin could be tight.
Match info
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Edmonton Oilers | 11 | 6 | 2 | 17 |
| 2 |  Vegas Golden Knights | 13 | 6 | 4 | 17 |
| 3 |  Utah Mammoth | 12 | 7 | 4 | 16 |
| 4 |  Minnesota Wild | 12 | 7 | 3 | 16 |
| 5 |  Seattle Kraken | 12 | 5 | 4 | 15 |
| 6 |  Dallas Stars | 10 | 3 | 3 | 13 |
| 7 |  Colorado Avalanche | 11 | 6 | 4 | 13 |
| 8 |  San Jose Sharks | 12 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| 9 |  Winnipeg Jets | 10 | 4 | 3 | 11 |
| 10 |  St. Louis Blues | 11 | 5 | 5 | 11 |
| 11 |  Nashville Predators | 10 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
| 12 |  Anaheim Ducks | 11 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| 13 |  Calgary Flames | 10 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Kings | 9 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| 15 |  Chicago Blackhawks | 11 | 2 | 8 | 6 |
| 16 |  Vancouver Canucks | 12 | 1 | 9 | 5 |
| 1 |  Carolina Hurricanes | 13 | 8 | 2 | 20 |
| 2 |  Boston Bruins | 12 | 8 | 2 | 19 |
| 3 |  Ottawa Senators | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 |
| 4 |  Toronto Maple Leafs | 13 | 6 | 4 | 16 |
| 5 |  Tampa Bay Lightning | 11 | 6 | 3 | 15 |
| 6 |  New York Rangers | 13 | 7 | 5 | 15 |
| 7 |  New Jersey Devils | 11 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 8 |  Florida Panthers | 12 | 4 | 4 | 14 |
| 9 |  Washington Capitals | 10 | 5 | 4 | 12 |
| 10 |  New York Islanders | 10 | 5 | 3 | 12 |
| 11 |  Montreal Canadiens | 10 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
| 12 |  Buffalo Sabres | 11 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 13 |  Detroit Red Wings | 11 | 3 | 4 | 11 |
| 14 |  Pittsburgh Penguins | 12 | 2 | 6 | 11 |
| 15 |  Philadelphia Flyers | 13 | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| 16 |  Columbus Blue Jackets | 9 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
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