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Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Vegas Golden Knights taking on the Los Angeles Kings. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
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We open up NHL predictions with the Seattle Kraken taking on the New Jersey Devils. Seattle is expected to give the start to Joey Daccord. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Kraken are 7-1-2 in their previous 10 games, including rallying past the New York Rangers for a 4-2 victory at Madison Square Garden. Jordan Eberle and Matty Beniers are tied for the team’s lead in points with 29.
Jacob Markstrom is the likely starter for the Devils, who are 3-6-1 in their last 10 games. However, New Jersey did beat the Minnesota Wild in the team’s last time on the ice. Both teams have struggled to score goals this season, with the Kraken 25th in goals scored and the Devils 28th in goals scored. Jesper Bratt leads the team in assists (25) and points (36).
Both teams struggle to score goals. However, the Devils should get the win at home.
Prediction: Devils win 3-2.
Longtime sportswriter for the Watertown Daily Times. I have covered minor league and NCAA hockey in women’s Division I and men’s Division III. Also produce the nationally-syndicated Spadora on Sports radio show.
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