The New Jersey Devils are set to face the San Jose Sharks at the Prudential Center tonight, October 24, 2025, with a six-game winning streak on the line. The Devils, currently sitting atop the Metropolitan Division with a 6-1-0 record, are aiming for their seventh consecutive victory, a feat they haven't accomplished since their impressive 13-game run in the 2022-23 season.
New Jersey is coming off a 4-1 win against the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. Paul Cotter, Brenden Dillon, and rookie Arseny Gritsyuk, with his first NHL goal, all contributed to the score. Goaltender Nico Daws played a strong game, stopping 29 of 30 shots.
Head Coach Sheldon Keefe has expressed satisfaction with the team's progress and their response to his coaching style. He emphasized the importance of continuous improvement, even during winning streaks.
Offensively, the Devils have been firing on all cylinders, averaging 4.0 goals per game, ranking them fourth in the league. Their power play has also been a significant weapon, converting on 30% of their opportunities, which is the fifth-best rate in the NHL. Jesper Bratt currently has a point in each of the Devils' first seven games. Jack Hughes leads the team with six goals.
Defensively, the Devils have been equally impressive, allowing just 2.57 goals per game, ranking them eighth in the league. Their penalty kill unit has been exceptional, successfully killing off 96% of their penalties, placing them third in the NHL. The Devils have not allowed a power-play goal in their last 21 attempts.
The San Jose Sharks, on the other hand, are currently struggling, sitting at the bottom of the Pacific Division with a 1-4-2 record. They are coming off a 6-5 overtime win against the New York Rangers. Macklin Celebrini leads the Sharks with 5 goals and 6 assists.
Offensively, the Sharks are averaging 3.14 goals per game, ranking them 15th in the league. Their power play is converting at a 23.08% rate. Defensively, they have struggled, allowing 4.86 goals per game, which is the 32nd worst in the league.
In terms of injuries, the Devils will be without Johnathan Kovacevic, Evgenii Dadonov, and Jacob Markstrom. Markstrom is expected to join the team for practice on Saturday as he recovers from a lower-body injury. The Sharks will be without John Klingberg and Nick Leddy.
Last season, the Sharks won both games against the Devils. However, the Devils are strong favorites heading into tonight's game.
With their strong offensive and defensive play, combined with excellent special teams, the New Jersey Devils will look to extend their winning streak to seven games against the San Jose Sharks.
