New Jersey Devils vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction | NHL 23.01.26
Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026 12:27 AM
Friday, 23 Jan 2026
NJ -148
New Jersey Devils
W
W
L
W
W
26-22-2
VS
10:00 PM
Vancouver Canucks
W
L
L
L
L
17-28-5
Game Winner
New Jersey Devils
Total Points
Under
5.5
Detailed Analysis
New Jersey Devils vs Vancouver Canucks Game Analysis | 23-01-2026 | NHL
The New Jersey Devils (26-22-2) are set to face the Vancouver Canucks (17-28-5) in a regular-season matchup on January 23, 2026, at 10:00 PM EST, hosted at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. This contest pits a Devils squad pushing for playoff contention against a Canucks team struggling to find consistency.
New Jersey Devils Team Performance
The New Jersey Devils enter this game with a respectable 26-22-2 record, indicating a team that is competitive but perhaps lacking the elite consistency to dominate. Their offensive attack, spearheaded by talents like Nico Hischier and Jesper Bratt, has shown flashes of brilliance, often dictating play with speed and skill. However, defensive lapses and goaltending inconsistencies have at times undermined their efforts. The Devils boast a physically imposing defensive core, with players like Dougie Hamilton (6′ 6″) and Brenden Dillon (6′ 4″) providing significant size and reach, which can be a formidable challenge for opposing forwards. Their ability to transition quickly from defense to offense remains a key strength, but they must minimize turnovers and maintain disciplined defensive zone coverage to secure victories against struggling opponents.
New Jersey Devils Key Players
- Points: Nico Hischier (37)
- Goals: Nico Hischier (15)
- Assists: Jesper Bratt (26)
Injury Report New Jersey Devils
- Luke Hughes (Injured reserve): Long-term injured reserve.
- Zack MacEwen (Injured reserve): MacEwen had knee surgery and will be lost for the remainder of the season.
Vancouver Canucks Team Performance
The Vancouver Canucks’ 17-28-5 record paints a picture of a team enduring a challenging season. Despite individual brilliance from players like Elias Pettersson, the Canucks have struggled to string together wins, often plagued by defensive breakdowns and a lack of secondary scoring. Their recent performance has been hampered by significant injuries, particularly in net and among key forwards, which has severely tested their depth. While their roster features a mix of veteran presence and promising young talent, consistency across all three zones has been elusive. The team’s ability to generate sustained offensive pressure has been sporadic, often relying on individual efforts rather than cohesive team play.
Vancouver Canucks Key Players
- Points: Elias Pettersson (29)
- Goals: Elias Pettersson (13)
- Assists: Filip Hronek (25)
Injury Report Vancouver Canucks
- Filip Chytil (Injured reserve): Upper body, game-time call against New Jersey.
- Marco Rossi (Injured reserve): Lower body, expected to be sidelined for 2-3 more weeks.
- Thatcher Demko (Injured reserve): Lower body, placed on injured reserve.
- Derek Forbort (Injured reserve): Undisclosed, placed on long-term injured reserve.
Prediction: New Jersey Devils vs Vancouver Canucks
Considering the current team performances and significant injury reports, the New Jersey Devils are the favored team in this matchup. Their stronger record and more consistent offensive production, led by Hischier and Bratt, give them a distinct advantage over a Canucks team severely depleted by injuries, particularly in goal with Thatcher Demko out. The Canucks’ struggles to generate consistent offense, combined with the Devils’ robust defensive structure featuring players like Hamilton and Dillon, point towards a controlled game.
Total goals prediction: Under 5.5.
Last 5 Games: NJ
Form:
WWLWW
VS
@ Edmonton
W 2-1
PTS
26-22-2
GOL
Allen
AST
Glass
VS
@ Calgary
W 2-1 OT
PTS
25-22-2
GOL
Markstrom
AST
Markstrom
VS
vs Carolina
L 4-1
PTS
24-22-2
GOL
Markstrom
AST
Meier
VS
vs Seattle
W 3-2 OT
PTS
24-21-2
GOL
Markstrom
AST
Hischier
VS
@ Minnesota
W 5-2
PTS
23-21-2
GOL
Markstrom
AST
Bratt
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Edmonton | W 2-1 | 26-22-2 | Allen | Glass |
| @ Calgary | W 2-1 OT | 25-22-2 | Markstrom | Markstrom |
| vs Carolina | L 4-1 | 24-22-2 | Markstrom | Meier |
| vs Seattle | W 3-2 OT | 24-21-2 | Markstrom | Hischier |
| @ Minnesota | W 5-2 | 23-21-2 | Markstrom | Bratt |
Last 5 Games: VAN
Form:
WLLLL
VS
vs Washington
W 4-3
PTS
17-28-5
GOL
Lankinen
AST
Boeser
VS
vs New York
L 4-3
PTS
16-28-5
GOL
Lankinen
AST
O'Connor
VS
vs Edmonton
L 6-0
PTS
16-27-5
GOL
Tolopilo
AST
Ohgren
VS
@ Columbus
L 4-1
PTS
16-26-5
GOL
Lankinen
AST
Boeser
VS
@ Ottawa
L 2-1
PTS
16-25-5
GOL
Lankinen
AST
Lankinen
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Washington | W 4-3 | 17-28-5 | Lankinen | Boeser |
| vs New York | L 4-3 | 16-28-5 | Lankinen | O'Connor |
| vs Edmonton | L 6-0 | 16-27-5 | Tolopilo | Ohgren |
| @ Columbus | L 4-1 | 16-26-5 | Lankinen | Boeser |
| @ Ottawa | L 2-1 | 16-25-5 | Lankinen | Lankinen |
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