The set-up: The Devils come in "gassed" here after their high-scoring 4-3 loss at home to Philadelphia. The Hurricanes destroyed the Wings 7-3 just last night as well. So while both teams did play to high-scoring affairs only 24 hours previous, I'm definitely expecting a much tighter and ultimately lower-scoring game here.

The pick: Both teams are playing their back-up goaltenders, but as mentioned off the top, from a situational stand point I think this one sets up well as more of a defensive contest. Also note that NJ has in fact seen the total go under the number in 32 of its last 52 vs. the division, while Carolina has seen the total dip below the posted number in 41 of its last 61 vs. division opponents. For all the reasons listed above, play the under.

10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the UNDER Devils/Hurricanes.