New Jersey Devils vs Vancouver Canucks Head-to-Head

Canucks built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 48 of 77 decided meetings (62%) (plus 17 ties). In the shootout era they are 11-19 against each other (37% Canucks). 17 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Games average a 2.2-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Devils' 7-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Devils hold a 16-4 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 37 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 5-4 on Jan 23, 2026. Through the 2020s Devils have led 6-4 between the teams.