Colorado Avalanche at New Jersey Devils Picks and Prediction for Sunday, October 26, 2025
The Avalanche (5-1-3) head into Newark to face the Devils (7-1-0) at the Prudential Center with puck drop at 1:00 PM ET. Get in on the action with our free NHL picks.
Colorado Avalanche Analysis
Colorado continues to show strong form, with their typical depth and solid defensive structure, though they will face a Devils team firing on all cylinders.
Key Player Stats & Team Metrics
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The Avalanche have scored 28 goalsΒ (3.5 per game) while allowing just 17 goals (2.1 per game).
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Their power play has been weak: 4 goals on 34 chances (11.76%).
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Top contributors: Nathan MacKinnon leads with 13 points; Martin NΔΔas has 12.
Strengths: Elite top-line and top defence pairings, strong goals-against numbers, experienced roster. Weaknesses: Power play under-performance.
New Jersey Devils Analysis
The Devils have surged out of the gate, posting a 7-1-0 record and dominating at home so far.
Key Player Stats & Team Metrics
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New Jersey has scored 31 goals (3.9 per game) and allowed only 19 (2.4 per game) in eight outings.
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Their power play ranks near the top of the league (32% conversion).
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Leaders: Jesper Bratt (4G, 7A, 11pts) and Jack Hughes (6G, 4A, 10pts) stand out.
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Home dominance: Devils are 4-0-0 at home this season.
Strengths: High-octane offense, excellent special teams, strong home record. Weaknesses: Some injuries to depth forwards and defensemen, will face a battle tested opponent.
Standout Players and Key Notes
Avalanche:
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Nathan MacKinnon β dynamic center who influences offence and transition.
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Martin NΔΔas β emerging scoring winger with strong point production.
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Cale Makar (defender) β his two-way impact will be critical.
Devils:
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Jesper Bratt β hot scoring streak, big-game mindset.
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Jack Hughes β focal point of power play and transition rush.
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Power play & penalty kill β big edge for New Jersey if they keep executing.
Devils vs Avalanche Prediction Reasoning
This is one of the toughest matchups of the early season. The Avalanche bring depth and experience, but the Devils have momentum, home-ice advantage and elite special teams. If New Jerseyβs power play clicks and they control possession, theyβll be hard to beat. Colorado must tighten up on the man-advantage, manage their defensive gaps and rely on their top players to deliver.
Given the home edge and recent form, we lean Devils in a tight, competitive game.
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Final Score Projection: Devils 4, Avalanche 3
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