New Jersey Devils at San Jose Sharks Picks and Prediction for Thursday, October 30, 2025
The Devils (8-2-0) travel to the SAP Center to take on the Sharks (2-6-2) on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT. Get in on the action with our free NHL picks.
Devils Analysis
New Jersey is off to one of its best starts in franchise history; they are hitting on nearly all cylinders with offense, special teams, and momentum.
Key Player / Team Metrics
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The Devils have scored 39 goals in 10 games (3.9 per game) — making them one of the league’s better offences.
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They have allowed 30 goals (3.0 per game) — good defensive numbers that place them 12th in goals-against rate.
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Power play: 28.6% conversion rate, ranked among the NHL’s better units.
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Leaders: Jack Hughes has 9 goals and 14 points in 10 games; Jesper Bratt and Nico Hischier are also key contributors.
Strengths: Depth scoring, elite power-play performance, momentum, and solid all-around game. Weaknesses: Minor injuries on defense (e.g., Brett Pesce out upper-body) could test depth.
Sharks Analysis
San Jose is still rebuilding and showing flashes of potential offensively but major struggles defensively and goaltending are holding them back.
Key Player / Team Metrics
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The Sharks have scored 32 goals (3.2 goals per game) but have allowed 46 total goals (4.6 per game) — the worst in the league.
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Their goal differential is –14, placing them 30th in the NHL.
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Leading players: Macklin Celebrini has 6 goals + 10 assists (16 points) through 10 games; William Eklund 4 goals + 6 assists (10 points).
Strengths: Young talent (Celebrini, Eklund) providing offensive hope. Weaknesses: Defensive lapses, poor goals-against, inconsistent goalie play.
Standout Players & Key Notes
Devils:
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Jack Hughes — driving force in offence, already among the NHL leaders in goals.
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Jesper Bratt & Nico Hischier — supporting stars making an impact.
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Depth & special teams — New Jersey’s power-play is elite and gives them a scoring edge.
Sharks:
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Macklin Celebrini — rising star, must continue impact vs strong opponent.
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Will Smith / Eklund — young forwards key to keeping pace.
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Defense/Goaltending — Sharks will need a much stronger showing to stay competitive in this matchup.
Injuries: Devils: Brett Pesce (upper-body) out; Sharks: Adam Gaudette (upper-body), Nick Leddy (upper-body) day-to-day.
Devils vs Sharks Prediction Reasoning
This is a mismatch in many respects. The Devils are performing at a high level in all phases, while the Sharks continue to struggle defensively and with consistency. At San Jose, the home-team edge is modest, but the Devils’ road form and head-to-head dominance give them a clear advantage.
Take New Jersey.
Final Score Projection: Devils 4, Sharks 2
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