Ottawa has split its last six games, topping Pittsburgh, 2-1, as a +110 underdog, along with a 4-3 road win at the Islanders as a +145 dog. Ottawa is 14-7 after scoring two or fewer goals in two straight contests. New Jersey is favored but a .500 (17-17-2) team at home. They're getting outscored on the season with a defense that is 26th in goals surrendered (3.40 per game) and 28th in save percentage (.895). New Jersey is on a 6-10 run with losses as chalk of -235, -270, -168. and -160. The Devils are 10-21 after scoring four or more goals in the last game. Play Ottawa.
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