What's Happening?
The New Jersey Devils are on the verge of matching a franchise record for consecutive home wins at the start of a season. Currently standing at 7-0-0 at home, the Devils will face the New York Islanders
in an attempt to secure their eighth straight home victory. This would tie the record set in the 1987-88 season. The Devils have been strong at home, outscoring opponents 25-13, and have shown significant improvement from the previous season's home performance. However, the Islanders have historically been a challenging opponent, having won 11 of their last 14 visits to New Jersey.
Why It's Important?
Achieving this record would be a significant milestone for the Devils, highlighting their strong start to the season and their dominance at home. It would boost team morale and fan support, reinforcing the Prudential Center as a formidable venue for visiting teams. The Islanders' ability to disrupt this streak could impact the Devils' momentum and confidence. For the Islanders, a victory would continue their strong performance and maintain their competitive edge in the league.
What's Next?
The Devils will need to maintain their defensive and offensive strategies to overcome the Islanders' recent successes. Key players like goaltender Jake Allen and star Jack Hughes will be crucial in this matchup. The Islanders, with players like Ilya Sorokin and Bo Horvat, will aim to leverage their past successes against the Devils to spoil their record attempt.
