nhl Game Recap
Chicago Blackhawks vs New Jersey Devils Recap - Devils Win 4-2
The Devils beat Chicago 4-2 on Friday, earning a victory backstopped by Vitek Vanecek's 23 saves.
Bettors who backed the Devils were rewarded as -412 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 6.5.
Michael McLeod, Tyler Toffoli, Simon Nemec, and Alexander Holtz each scored for the Devils in the victory. Holtz opened the scoring for New Jersey.
Vitek Vanecek turned in a 23-save effort for the Devils.
Chicago got goals from Jason Dickinson, and Boris Katchouk in the loss, but it wasn't enough.
Chicago got a 28-stop effort from Arvid Soderblom in the loss.
New Jersey scored 0 times on 6 chances on the power play, while Chicago went 1-for-5 with the man advantage.
Chicago lost the shots on goal battle to New Jersey by a margin of 32-25.
New Jersey looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Canucks. The Blackhawks will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Calgary.