Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils Picks and Predictions for Saturday, November 8, 2025
The Pittsburgh Penguins visit the New Jersey Devils on Saturday at Prudential Center. Pittsburgh is 9–4–2 overall and 5–3–1 on the road. New Jersey is 10–4–0 and a perfect 6–0–0 at home. Pittsburgh and New Jersey are tied for the lead in the Metropolitan Division with 20 points each. Check out our NHL picks before the puck drops.
Game Information for Penguins vs Devils
Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 12:30 PM ET
Where: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
TV: ESPN+
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Pittsburgh Penguins Outlook
Pittsburgh has won two of its last three, including a 5–3 home victory over Washington. The Penguins are averaging 3.50 goals per game and giving up 2.71. Their power play has been strong at 32.4%, and the penalty kill has stopped 83.3% of opposing chances. Sidney Crosby leads the way with 11 goals, while Evgeni Malkin has 20 points (3 goals, 17 assists). Defensemen Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang continue to create scoring chances from the blue line.
The Penguins have handled themselves well away from home, going 5–3–1 on the road. Limiting time in the defensive zone and avoiding unnecessary penalties will be important against a quick Devils attack that can generate offense in transition.
New Jersey Devils Outlook
New Jersey has taken three of its last five games, including a 4–3 overtime win against Montreal. The Devils are averaging 3.54 goals per game while allowing 3.08. The power play is converting at 31.3%, and the penalty kill sits at 86.7%. Jack Hughes leads with 18 points (10 goals, 8 assists), followed by Jesper Bratt with 15 and Dawson Mercer with eight goals. The offense uses quick puck movement and puts a high number of shots on goal, while the defense looks to keep the area in front of the crease clear.
The Devils have yet to lose at home, where they have controlled possession and capitalized on scoring. Staying sharp defensively in front of the net remains the main focus against Pittsburgh’s veteran forwards.
Goalie Matchup
Penguins: Arthur Silovs (4–2–2, 1 SO, 2.66 goals against average, .912 save percentage). Silovs has been consistent in relief, giving Pittsburgh a chance to win in every appearance. His rebound control and positioning have improved with more starts. Tristan Jarry is out with an injury.
Devils: Jake Allen (5–2–0, 2.48 GAA, .904 SV%); Jacob Markstrom (4–2–0, 4.18 GAA, .871 SV%). Allen has been reliable, keeping games close and reading plays well. Markstrom has faced more shots and allowed more second-chance goals.
Penguins at Devils Prediction
The game will likely remain tight through the first two periods, but New Jersey’s pace, home ice advantage, power play, and penalty kill will decide it late. Final Score Prediction: New Jersey Devils win 3–2.
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