Dougie Hamilton is positioned as the power-play quarterback for the New Jersey Devils, benefiting from a favorable matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite a recent scoring drought, he previously demonstrated strong offensive production with nine points in ten games, six of which came on the power play. His role in the Devils' high Expected Goals Per 60 on the power play suggests he will have ample opportunities to contribute offensively in tonight's game.

Ondrej Palat is part of the New Jersey Devils' top forward line, which has been highly productive, generating a 57.8% expected goals rate over significant ice time. He has scored three goals in his last five games, contributing to the line's offensive success against a defensively struggling Pittsburgh Penguins team.

Jesper Bratt has been a key contributor for the New Jersey Devils, tallying five points over his last five games. As part of the top line alongside Jack Hughes, he has helped generate a strong 57.8% xGoals across over 250 minutes of ice time, showcasing his offensive prowess in a favorable matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Jack Hughes is currently on a scoring tear, having accumulated seven points over his last four games, including two goals and five assists. He leads the New Jersey Devils' top line, which has generated an impressive 57.8% expected goals across over 250 minutes of ice time. Facing a defensively struggling Pittsburgh Penguins, Hughes is positioned for further success in tonight's matchup.

The New Jersey Devils traded Fabian Zetterlund to the San Jose Sharks as part of the Timo Meier deal at the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline. Since the trade, Zetterlund has thrived, setting career highs in his previous season and continuing to improve in the current campaign, highlighting the potential impact of player movement on team dynamics.