New Jersey Devils vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/11/2024]

The Tampa Bay Lightning will take on the New Jersey Devils in NHL action at Amalie Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Thursday's Devils vs. Lightning matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Devils vs. Lightning Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and data analysis to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Devils and Lightning 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Lightning a 57% chance of defeating the Devils.

According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 51% chance of going over.

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Devils vs. Lightning Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Devils	Lightning
Puck Line	+1.5 (-185)	-1.5 (+158)
Moneyline	+130	-148
Total	o6.5 (-120)	u6.5 (+105)

• The Lightning are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Devils, with +158 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Devils (+1.5) to cover the puck line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -185.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at -148. That means you can risk $148 to win $100 for a total payout of $248 if they get the W.
• Elsewhere, FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Devils at +130, where you can bet $100 to profit $130, earning a total payout of $230 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -120, while BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at +105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check all of the online sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Devils vs. Lightning Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Devils +1.5	-185
Moneyline	Devils	+130
Total	Under 6.5	+105

While the Lightning are more likely to win the game, taking the Devils moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.

Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 6.5 is our best bet on account of the better odds (+105) that are available from BetMGM.

Our NHL best bets are based on complex simulations and gambling intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Devils vs. Lightning Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Lightning?

According to our model, Tampa Bay's Brayden Point is most likely to score the first goal in Devils vs. Lightning.

Our projections give Point an 8.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Lightning star is a 43.9% chance of registering an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

New Jersey Devils

Player	First Goal Probability
Dawson Mercer	7.4%
Nico Hischier	6.9%
Jesper Bratt	6.3%
Tyler Toffoli	6.3%
Erik Haula	3.3%

Tampa Bay Lightning

Player	First Goal Probability
Brayden Point	8.3%
Nikita Kucherov	8.0%
Steven Stamkos	7.3%
Brandon Hagel	5.0%
Nick Paul	4.0%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

New Jersey Devils

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Dawson Mercer	35.8%
Nico Hischier	35.4%
Jesper Bratt	34.7%
Tyler Toffoli	32.3%
Erik Haula	19.2%

Tampa Bay Lightning

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Brayden Point	43.9%
Nikita Kucherov	41.6%
Steven Stamkos	38.1%
Brandon Hagel	29.1%
Nick Paul	23.0%
Remember, our model updates regularly, so check this page for any changes to our betting analysis before the Devils vs. Lightning on Thursday January 11, 2024.

Devils vs. Lightning Game Information

Thursday's action between the Lightning and Devils at Amalie Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
• Date: Thursday January 11, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Amalie Arena

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Conclusion

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