Toronto Maple Leafs vs New Jersey Devils Prediction

Toronto Maple Leafs vs New Jersey Devils Game Analysis | 03.04.26 | NHL

This regular-season matchup pits the Toronto Maple Leafs (27-24-10) against the New Jersey Devils (30-29-2) on March 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST, hosted at the Prudential Center in Newark. This contest features two Eastern Conference teams with playoff aspirations but currently demonstrating inconsistent form.

Toronto Maple Leafs Team Performance

The Toronto Maple Leafs enter this game with a record of 27-24-10, indicating a team that has struggled to find sustained consistency throughout the season. While their offensive firepower is undeniable, their overall record suggests underlying issues, likely defensively or in goaltending, preventing them from dominating. Their ability to generate scoring chances remains a core strength, often leading to high-event hockey. However, defensive lapses have frequently undermined their offensive output.

Toronto Maple Leafs Key Players

Points: William Nylander (56)
Goals: Auston Matthews (26)
Assists: William Nylander (36)

Injury Report Toronto Maple Leafs

Chris Tanev (Injured reserve): Tanev (groin) was placed on long-term injured reserve Wednesday, per PuckPedia.

New Jersey Devils Team Performance

The New Jersey Devils, with a record of 30-29-2, have shown slightly more stability than the Maple Leafs, yet still battle inconsistency. Playing on home ice at the Prudential Center provides a distinct advantage. The Devils typically play with pace and aggression, often creating turnovers and capitalizing on transitions. Their ability to generate offense is evident, but like Toronto, defensive solidity and goaltending can be areas of concern, leading to unpredictable outcomes.

New Jersey Devils Key Players

Points: Jesper Bratt (44)
Goals: Nico Hischier (20)
Assists: Jesper Bratt (31)

Injury Report New Jersey Devils

Zack MacEwen (Injured reserve): MacEwen had knee surgery and will be lost for the remainder of the season, Kristy Flannery of The Hockey News reports Saturday.

Prediction: Toronto Maple Leafs vs New Jersey Devils

Given the Devils’ slight edge in the standings, coupled with the home-ice advantage at Prudential Center, New Jersey is the predicted winner in this matchup. The Maple Leafs’ defensive structure takes a significant hit with the absence of Chris Tanev, potentially exposing them further against a fast-paced Devils offense. Considering both teams’ offensive capabilities and their propensity for high-scoring games due to defensive vulnerabilities, the total goals prediction is over the line of 5.5.

Last 5 Games: TOR

Form:

LLLLW

VS vs Philadelphia

L 3-2 SO

PTS 27-24-10

GOL Stolarz

AST Joshua

VS vs Ottawa

L 5-2

PTS 27-24-9

GOL Woll

AST Rielly

VS @ Florida

L 5-1

PTS 27-23-9

GOL Woll

AST Woll

VS @ Tampa Bay

L 4-2

PTS 27-22-9

GOL Stolarz

AST Nylander

VS @ Edmonton

W 5-2

PTS 27-21-9

GOL Stolarz

AST Stolarz

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
vs Philadelphia	L 3-2 SO	27-24-10	Stolarz	Joshua
vs Ottawa	L 5-2	27-24-9	Woll	Rielly
@ Florida	L 5-1	27-23-9	Woll	Woll
@ Tampa Bay	L 4-2	27-22-9	Stolarz	Nylander
@ Edmonton	W 5-2	27-21-9	Stolarz	Stolarz

Last 5 Games: NJ

Form:

WWLLL

VS vs Florida

W 5-1

PTS 30-29-2

GOL Markstrom

AST Hamilton

VS @ St. Louis

W 3-1

PTS 29-29-2

GOL Markstrom

AST Markstrom

VS @ Pittsburgh

L 4-1

PTS 28-29-2

GOL Markstrom

AST Markstrom

VS vs Buffalo

L 2-1

PTS 28-28-2

GOL Allen

AST Meier

VS vs New York

L 3-1

PTS 28-27-2

GOL Allen

AST Hischier

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
vs Florida	W 5-1	30-29-2	Markstrom	Hamilton
@ St. Louis	W 3-1	29-29-2	Markstrom	Markstrom
@ Pittsburgh	L 4-1	28-29-2	Markstrom	Markstrom
vs Buffalo	L 2-1	28-28-2	Allen	Meier
vs New York	L 3-1	28-27-2	Allen	Hischier

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