New Jersey Devils Playoffs 2027
The New Jersey Devils are 13-6-0, 26 points, 2nd in the Metropolitan. If the season ended today they would be the M2 seed and play the New York Rangers (M3) in the first round with home ice. Next: at the Washington Capitals, Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST on MNMT/MSG.
CapitalsSat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST · MNMT/MSG
Rangers M3Then the Hurricanes/Panthers winnerSeason Trend
Metropolitan Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hurricanes | 19 | 14-4-1 | 29 | +33 |
| 2 | Devils | 19 | 13-6-0 | 26 | +13 |
| 3 | Rangers | 20 | 11-8-1 | 23 | +3 |
| 4 | Capitals | 16 | 10-6-0 | 20 | +3 |
| 5 |  Islanders | 17 | 7-8-2 | 16 | -3 |
| 6 |  Penguins | 19 | 7-11-1 | 15 | -6 |
| 7 |  Flyers | 21 | 5-11-5 | 15 | -22 |
| 8 |  Blue Jackets | 16 | 7-9-0 | 14 | -10 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full East playoff picture →
Devils Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5 | vs  Blues | W 5-4 |
| Nov 7 | at Islanders | W 5-4 |
| Nov 8 | at  Maple Leafs | W 4-0 |
| Nov 10 | at  Jets | L 2-4 |
| Nov 12 | vs Capitals | W 5-2 |
| Nov 14 | at Capitals | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 18 | vs  Canadiens | 7:30 PM |
| Nov 21 | at Blues | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 23 | vs Blue Jackets | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 25 | at Blue Jackets | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 27 | vs  Flames | 1:00 PM |
| Nov 28 | vs Jets | 7:00 PM |
| Dec 1 | vs  Sharks | 7:00 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This New Jersey Devils playoffs page refreshes after every Devils game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
New Jersey Devils playoffs FAQ
Are the New Jersey Devils in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the M2 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the New Jersey Devils play in the first round?
The New York Rangers (M3), with the Devils at home in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7.
When is the next Devils game?
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST, at the Washington Capitals, on MNMT/MSG.
How many points are the Devils on pace for?
115 points over 84 games at their current rate (.684 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Devils rank in the Metropolitan?
2nd with 26 points; Carolina Hurricanes lead with 29.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.