New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals prediction: Goalie plan on Nov. 14, 2026

The Devils have planned their week around Connor Hellebuyck, and coach Sheldon Keefe says he wants the goaltender in net for both upcoming games against the Capitals. Devils vs Capitals is a Metropolitan Division game on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, and the second of two meetings in three days.

The Devils have won five straight and sit second in the division at 13-5-0. The Capitals are fourth at 9-6-0, and their 7-4-0 home record gives them a firmer base for this game than their 2-2-0 road mark.

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When is Devils vs Capitals?

Devils at Capitals starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, in Washington. It is a 2026-27 regular-season game.

The teams meet first on Thursday in New Jersey, so Saturday follows a direct look at each other.

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What is Devils vs Capitals prediction?

The Devils are favorites at 53%, with the Capitals at 50%, according to market data as of 10 Nov 2026. For the latest probabilities, check OG.com. These percentages are implied probabilities that reflect the market's expectations, not guaranteed outcomes.

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The two prices sit close together even though the Devils lead the Capitals by eight points in the standings. The sporting case stays open: the Devils bring the stronger record and shot volume, and the Capitals won the only meeting so far.

Devils vs Capitals recent scores and head-to-head results

Both teams arrive off recent games that show where their strengths and problems sit.

The Devils scored 14 goals and allowed eight across those three wins, and Hellebuyck was in net for the shutout in Toronto. The Capitals allowed 14 goals in their three games and scored 10, so the defensive side of their ledger is the one to fix.

The Capitals won the only meeting this season, on Oct. 17. That game came before the Devils acquired Hellebuyck on Oct. 23, so it says little about the goaltending they will face now.

Where do Devils and Capitals stand this season?

Through games played on Nov. 9, the Devils have 26 points in 18 games and a +15 goal differential. They are 9-1-0 over their last 10 and trail only the Hurricanes, who have 30 points, in the Metropolitan Division.

The Capitals have 18 points in 15 games and a +2 goal differential. They sit three points behind the Rangers, who have played four more games, so their position depends on turning games in hand into points.

Devils vs Capitals team news, injuries and projected lineups

Goaltending is the main uncertainty for both teams, and each side has defensive absences to weigh.

Devils

Keefe said the Devils want Hellebuyck to play both games against the Capitals. The team is resting him Tuesday in Winnipeg to manage his workload, and it has not announced a starter for Saturday.

Hellebuyck is 5-0-0 since the Devils acquired him and earned his first shutout with the team against the Maple Leafs. Keefe said Hellebuyck was not himself in the win over the Blues, when he played on one day of rest, and pointed to his conditioning after he joined without a training camp.

Winger Anthony Mantha is listed out with a neck injury until at least Nov. 12, and defenseman Seamus Casey is on injured reserve until at least Nov. 21, according to CBS Sports.

Capitals

At Monday's practice the Capitals kept their groups intact. Alex Tuch skated with Dylan Strome and Jordan Kyrou, Aliaksei Protas with Pierre-Luc Dubois and Tom Wilson, and Alex Ovechkin with Justin Sourdif and Anthony Beauvillier. The defense pairs were Jakob Chychrun with Matt Roy, Martin Fehervary with Timothy Liljegren, and Cole Hutson with Jack St. Ivany. These are practice groups, not a confirmed lineup.

Logan Thompson started the win over the Panthers, and Charlie Lindgren is the other goalie in practice. The Capitals have not announced a starter for Thursday or Saturday.

Defensemen Vincent Desharnais (abdomen) and Rasmus Sandin (knee) are on injured reserve. Desharnais is listed out until at least Dec. 5 and Sandin until at least Dec. 26.

What could decide Devils vs Capitals?

Three matchups shape how this game could turn, starting in goal.

Can Hellebuyck slow the Capitals' offense?

The Capitals have scored 53 goals in 15 games, and Tuch has 11 of them. The Devils allow 2.83 goals a game, while the Capitals allow 3.40, so a sharp Hellebuyck gives the Devils a clear edge in goals against.

Thursday to Saturday is two games in three nights, the same spacing Keefe cited when he said Hellebuyck was not himself against the Blues. The Devils won that game 5-4, so the spacing is a risk to watch, not a proven problem.

Will the Devils' shot volume overwhelm the Capitals?

The Devils take 33.7 shots a game and allow 24.8, a gap of about nine. The Capitals take 27.8 and allow 27.7, so their shot margin is roughly even.

The Capitals score 3.53 goals on those 27.8 shots, about 12.7% goals per shot, against about 10.9% for the Devils (3.67 goals on 33.7 shots). Shots measure volume, not chance quality, so the Capitals' efficiency can keep them level if it holds, and it is the part of their game most likely to cool.

Do special teams tilt the game?

The Capitals' power play converts 20.0% of its chances, and the Devils' penalty kill stops 67.6%. The Devils' power play converts 19.3% against a Capitals penalty kill of 76.5%.

The Devils' kill is the weaker unit, so early penalties against them could swing a close game. Both figures are season averages through Nov. 9.

What are the routes to a win for each team?

The Devils win by pairing Hellebuyck with sustained shot pressure and by staying out of the penalty box. The Capitals need their top line to keep scoring, their power play to take advantage of a weak Devils kill, and a strong night from their own goalie if Hellebuyck plays a second game in three nights.

The main uncertainty is goaltending. Neither team has named a Saturday starter, and Thursday's game could change both teams' plans.

FAQs

These answers cover the main open questions before Saturday.

Who is favored in Devils vs Capitals?

The Devils are favorites at 53%, with the Capitals at 50%. Those implied probabilities can change before the game.

Who is starting in goal for Devils vs Capitals?

Neither team has announced a starter for Nov. 14. Keefe said he wants Hellebuyck to play both games against the Capitals, and Thompson started Washington's last game.

Who has won the season series between the Devils and Capitals?

The Capitals won the only meeting so far, on Oct. 17. Thursday's game in New Jersey adds a second meeting before Saturday.

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