NHL Betting: N.Y. Rangers at N.J. Devils

Apr 11, 2008 | By Adam McLean | Picks Articles Archive

The N.Y. Rangers went into New Jersey Wednesday and took game 1 of their Conference final 4-1. Oddsmakers had the Rangers as big time roaddogs, but throughout their season series the Rangers went 8-0 SU against them. Once again oddsmakers at BetUS.com have the Devils as 120-moneline favs over the Rangers who are listed as +100 roaddogs. Are you kidding me? Get your NHL Prediction in now at BetUS.com

GAME: New York Rangers (43-27-4-9) at New Jersey Devils (46-30-3-4)
DATE/TIME: Friday, April 11 - 7:00 PM EST
LINE: BetUS.com TOTAL: 4.5
PICK: Rangers +100

The Devils just can’t find the extra edge to get them past the Rangers. Five of their last eight have been in OT, SO or by one goal. They made the postseason despite scoring only 206 goals this season, the fewest amongst any other Eastern playoff teams. They’ve averaged 1.40 GAG in their last five and their power play has one goal in four games or 14 tries. The Devils' only goal came from Paul Martin on a power play in the second period. Goalie Martin Brodeur has given up six goals while losing each of his last two home playoff starts. He hasn't lost three straight at home in the postseason since 1997. Devils are 0-8 SU against the Rangers.

What can I say about the Rangers, they have Jersey’s number, put the nail in the coffin their done. Scott Gomez has had good luck against his former teammates. He had six of his team-high 54 assists in eight regular-season games against New Jersey, this season. He recorded the primary assist on each of New York's first three goals in Game 1. Brendan Shanahan , Ryan Callahan, Sean Avery and Nigel Dawes each chipped in a goal while goalie Henrik Lundqvist stopped 26 shots for the Rangers. They’ve outscored the Devils 23-16 during their last eight meetings. This was their first game 1 win in 12 tries, starting with the 1994 conference finals against New Jersey.

Recent Trends to Consider

Rangers are 5-0 in their last 5 Conference Quarterfinals games.
Rangers are 12-3 in their last 15 vs. a team with a winning record.
Rangers are 6-2 in their last 8 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.
Devils are 8-3 in their last 11 games as a home favorite of -110 to -150.
Devils are 20-8 in their last 28 games as a favorite of -110 to -150.
Devils are 11-5 in their last 16 games following a home loss of 3 or more goals.

The Bottom Line: I done care what the oddsmakers say, the Rangers are beating the Devils at their own game. Get your NHL Prediction in now at BetUS.com where the actions always hot!

NHL Betting: N.Y. Rangers at N.J. Devils

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