The New Jersey Devils secured a significant 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators, marking their first regulation win in Nashville in 15 years and their second back-to-back win this season. Key moments in the game included a notable block by Lazar and two goals by Nico Hischier, one of which was an empty-net goal, sealing the victory. Timo Meier scored his 10th goal of the season, his first in 12 games since December 27, contributing to the win. The Devils' performance was dominant, with nearly double the even strength shot attempts compared to the Predators (84 to 46) and a significant advantage in expected goals (4.6 to 2.1), despite being on zero days rest. This victory places the Devils just two points away from a playoff spot.
Red Wings and Oilers knotted at three heading into the third period. #NJDevils https://t.co/G2rM4dDDFh
FINAL: #NJDevils beat the Predators, 4-2. This is their first regulation win in Nashville in 15 years. This is their second second-half-of-back-to-back win this season. The Lazar block was really cool. They're two points out of a playoff spot (for now).
Even strength shot attempts were nearly 2-to-1 in favor of New Jersey (84 to 46). Expected goals, just as bad (4.6 to 2.1). The Devils, on zero days rest, took it to the Preds from wire to wire in this one. They looked incredible out there.
FINAL: Devils 4, #Preds 2 Big test coming up against Dallas after a disappointing loss tonight to New Jersey. The effort was there up until the final minutes.
#NJDevils defeat the #Preds 4-2 We back? Discuss⤵️ https://t.co/g7QZlbXqc4
Back-to-back wins!!! #NJDevils defeat the Predators 4-2.
Nico Hischier hits the empty net –– his second score of the night. It's 4-2, #NJDevils
Hischier ENG. 4-2 #NJDevils That should do it.
Nico again! The empty net goal! 4-2 #NJDevils!
Empty net #Preds with 1:30 to play
First goal in 12 games, 10th of the season. Timo last scored on 12/27. #NJDevils https://t.co/lulwpw7ehH
Timo Meier. Wow. His first goal since Dec. 27th –– and he's earned it. He's been excellent tonight. #NJDevils lead 3-2.
Meier, 3-2 Devils with 5:15 to play. #Preds trail for the 1st time tonight.
Timo. Meier. 3-2 #NJDevils
TIMO!!!!! #NJDevils take the 3-2 lead~!!!