The New Jersey Devils and Edmonton Oilers face off on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Rogers Place. This matchup features two teams trying to find stability as they navigate the mid-season grind—Edmonton is looking to capitalize on a massive homestand, while New Jersey is fighting to stay relevant in a crowded Metropolitan Division race.
Game Information
- Date/Time: Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET (7:00 PM local)
- Location: Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
- TV/Streaming: TNT, Max (HBO Max), Sportsnet
Team Matchup & Form
| Team | Record | Recent Form | Key Trend |
| New Jersey Devils | 24–22–2 | 2–3–0 in last 5 | Struggling Offense: Scored only 1 goal in their last game. |
| Edmonton Oilers | 25–17–8 | 3–2–0 in last 5 | Home Dominance: Coming off a 5–0 shutout win vs. St. Louis. |
The New Jersey Devils: Searching for a Spark
The Devils are currently in a “one step forward, two steps back” phase. After a massive 8-game winning streak earlier in the season, they have cooled significantly. Injuries to key pieces like Jack Hughes (who missed significant time) and Evgenii Dadonov (currently on IR) have thinned their depth.
- The Power Play Problem: Once a top-10 unit, the Devils’ power play has sputtered recently, converting at just 20.8% overall.
- Goaltending: Jacob Markstrom and Jake Allen have split time, but both have seen their save percentages dip below .900 as the team’s defensive structure has loosened.
The Edmonton Oilers: The McDavid Show
Edmonton enters this game with significant momentum after a 5–0 thrashing of the Blues. They are currently 2nd in the Pacific Division and possess the league’s 3rd-highest scoring offense.
- The Milestones: This game follows a major celebration for Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who just played his 1,000th career game (all with Edmonton).
- The Draisaitl Absence: The Oilers are expected to be without superstar Leon Draisaitl, who is on a leave of absence to attend to a family illness in Germany. In his absence, Connor McDavid (67 points) has shouldered an even larger load.
- Between the Pipes: With Tristan Jarry on IR, look for Calvin Pickard or a recently healthy backup to hold the fort.
Key Storylines to Watch
- Rest Advantage: The Devils are playing the second half of a back-to-back after facing Calgary on Monday night. Edmonton has been home since the weekend.
- Special Teams: This is a clash of styles. Edmonton’s power play is ranked 2nd in the league (28.4%), while the Devils’ penalty kill has been one of the few bright spots, ranking near the top of the league.
- Season Series: New Jersey actually won the first meeting this season (5–3 on October 18). Edmonton will be looking for revenge to even the season series.
Prediction & Odds
- Moneyline: Oilers (-165) / Devils (+140)
- Over/Under: 6.5 goals
The Verdict: The combination of Edmonton’s high-octane offense and New Jersey’s tired legs (playing their second game in 24 hours) makes the Oilers the heavy favorite here. Expect McDavid to exploit a fatigued Devils blue line.
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