Carolina Hurricanes vs New Jersey Devils Head-to-Head

Devils built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 49 of 89 decided meetings (55%) (plus 12 ties). In the shootout era they are 45-53 against each other (46% Devils). 12 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 34 playoff games between the two franchises. Hurricanes have won 6 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Hurricanes' 6-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Hurricanes hold a 16-4 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 61 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1979, so the rivalry has spanned 47 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Hurricanes won 5-2 on Mar 28, 2026. Through the 2020s Hurricanes have led 23-7 between the teams.