Kings vs Devils Prediction: Devils Aim to Snap Losing Streak at Home

New Jersey looks to bounce back against visiting Los Angeles on Saturday night

Mar. 14, 2026 at 2:37am

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The New Jersey Devils (32-31-2) host the Los Angeles Kings (27-23-15) on Saturday, March 14th at the Prudential Center in Newark. The Devils are coming off back-to-back losses and will be looking to snap their skid at home, while the Kings are playing the second game of a back-to-back after defeating the Islanders last night.

Why it matters

This inter-conference matchup features two teams jockeying for playoff position, with the Devils currently seventh in the Metropolitan Division and the Kings fourth in the Pacific. The outcome could have implications for the postseason race as the regular season winds down.

The details

The Devils have struggled of late, losing four of their last six games. They'll be facing a Kings team that has been inconsistent, alternating wins and losses over their last eight games. Los Angeles is coming off a narrow 3-2 victory over the Islanders, but they'll be at a rest disadvantage playing on the second night of a back-to-back. New Jersey will be looking to get their power play going after going 2-for-3 in their last outing, while the Kings have had issues with their special teams all season.

  • The Kings defeated the Islanders 3-2 on Friday, March 13th.
  • This game will be played on Saturday, March 14th at 7:00 PM EDT.

The players

Adrian Kempe

The Kings' leading scorer with 25 goals and 31 assists this season.

Jesper Bratt

The Devils' top point-getter with 14 goals and 36 assists.

Anton Forsberg

The projected starting goaltender for the Kings, who is 11-9-5 with a 2.74 goals against average.

Jacob Markstrom

The projected starting goaltender for the Devils, who is 19-16-1 with a 3.11 goals against average.

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What they’re saying

“We need to find a way to get back in the win column and get our confidence back. Playing at home should give us an edge against a tired Kings team.”

— Nico Hischier, Devils Captain

What’s next

The Devils will look to build momentum from this home game against the Kings as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the crowded Metropolitan Division.

The takeaway

This matchup features two teams trending in opposite directions, with the Devils hoping home-ice advantage and a rest advantage can help them snap their recent skid against a Kings squad playing on short rest. The outcome could have significant implications for the playoff picture in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.