Edmonton Oilers vs New Jersey Devils Head-to-Head

Oilers built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 30 of 55 decided meetings (55%) (plus 9 ties). In the shootout era they are 14-16 against each other (47% Oilers). 9 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Devils currently hold a 4-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 2.1-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Oilers' 9-goal win. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 36 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: Devils won 2-1 on Jan 20, 2026. Through the 2020s Devils have led 7-3 between the teams.