Columbus vs New Jersey: the Devils to Face a Tough Time on the Back-and-Back

Prediction for the NHL Columbus vs New Jersey match, which will take place on March 2 at 03:00. Who will be more robust? Check the teams' conditions and expert betting tips. Several betting options are available!

After four wins in a row, Columbus had two failures. First, the team lost 0:4 to Carolina and then to Pittsburgh, but only by one puck (2:3). Columbus is in fifth place in the Metropolitan Division standings with 55 points. It's ten points behind the coveted playoff zone, so there's not much chance of making it there.

New Jersey outplayed Pittsburgh 1:6, then faced Chicago, and fell in a highly productive game (5:8). But in their last match the day before, the Devils proved themselves and defeated Vancouver (7:2). No matter how many games New Jersey wins, they're not likely to get into the playoffs, occupying seventh place in the standings with 43 points, 22 points behind the top 4.

In the upcoming meeting, we'll prefer Columbus. New Jersey has undoubtedly had two great games, but it's the second day of the back-to-back after the trip. If they're going to make the playoffs, the Blue Jackets need to start winning right away. We think they will beat the Devils, but just in case, we bet on their win, including overtime and shootouts. Prediction: Columbus to win.