Detroit Red Wings vs New Jersey Devils Head-to-Head

Wings built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 35 of 72 decided meetings (49%) (plus 11 ties). In the shootout era they are 25-18 against each other (58% Wings). 11 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. They have crossed paths in the postseason 3 times. Games average a 2.5-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 7-goal win. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 31 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1974, so the rivalry has spanned 52 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Devils won 5-3 on Apr 11, 2026. Through the 2020s Devils have led 9-8 between the teams.