New Jersey Devils to Confront Winnipeg Jets in a Clash at Prudential Center

As the New Jersey Devils gear up to face the Winnipeg Jets, fans are on the edge of their seats, anticipating a game that could very well be a turning point for the home team. The Devils have shown both flashes of brilliance and moments of concern in their recent outings, and this upcoming matchup is an opportunity to solidify their standing.

In their last game on March 9 against the Carolina Hurricanes, despite being outscored 4-2, there were positive takeaways for the Devils. Their goaltending remained solid with a save percentage rounding up to 100 percent and they managed to put up 25 shots. However, they'll need more than just a strong presence between the pipes; converting shots into goals will be crucial against Winnipeg.

The powerplay has been an area where NJ can improve. With zero goals from four opportunities in that same game against Carolina, efficiency with the man advantage could be what tips the scales in favor of New Jersey. On March 8 against St. Louis Blues, however, NJ demonstrated what they're capable of when things click into place – securing a win with four goals from 33 shots and maintaining discipline by only serving six penalty minutes.

Against Florida Panthers on March 6 though, NJ's defense was less effective as they allowed five points despite winning more than half of faceoffs and blocking numerous attempts on goal. This inconsistency is something that must be addressed if NJ hopes to come out on top in future games.

The Jets are not an opponent that can be taken lightly; any lapses in defensive play like those seen against Florida could prove costly. The key for NJ lies in maintaining pressure throughout all three periods while capitalizing on powerplay situations – areas where they've shown potential but lacked consistency.

Looking ahead at this encounter with WPG at Prudential Center offers hope for redemption after mixed results from recent performances. It's time for NJ to demonstrate resilience and convert potential into victory before their passionate home crowd.

Devils fans should mark their calendars for March 21st when these two teams collide at Prudential Center at 7:00 PM EST (23:00 UTC). The action will unfold live on ESPN+ via internet streaming or MSGSN for television viewers eager to witness every moment of this thrilling contest.