NHL · Wednesday, October 28, 2026
New Jersey Devils at Colorado Avalanche: NHL start time, rest and research checklist
9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT). Game 3 of 4 on the NHL slate, with each team's last result, rest and next game.
By DeepChamp research team · Updated · Methods and limitations
Short answer
New Jersey Devils played at Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT) in the NHL. Final score: New Jersey Devils 2, Colorado Avalanche 5. New Jersey Devils played yesterday, so this is the second night of a back-to-back. This page covers the schedule and what to check; it carries no odds and no picks.
Final: New Jersey Devils 2, Colorado Avalanche 5
The DeepChamp AI app adds line movement, market context and player prop research for this game.
Both teams: last result, rest and next game
Away
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey Devils won on the road at Dallas Stars 5-1 on Tue, Oct 27. This is the second night of a back-to-back for New Jersey Devils.
Next on the schedule: at Vegas Golden Knights on Fri, Oct 30 at 6:00 PM ET.
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Colorado Avalanche
Colorado Avalanche lost on the road at Nashville Predators 2-6 on Sun, Oct 25. Full days off before this game: 2.
Next on the schedule: home against Calgary Flames on Sat, Oct 31 at 10:00 PM ET.
- New Jersey Devils played yesterday, so this is the second night of a back-to-back.
- Rest edge to Colorado Avalanche: 2 more days off than New Jersey Devils.
Research checklist for New Jersey Devils at Colorado Avalanche
Hockey scoring is low and high-variance, so research focuses on shot volume, ice time and goaltending rather than on the final score alone.
- Check the final injury and availability reports for New Jersey Devils and Colorado Avalanche close to the start.
- Check the confirmed starting goalie, which is often announced on game day and moves totals.
- Look at line combinations and power-play units before trusting a shots or points number.
- Convert any price you are offered to a break-even probability and compare it with your own estimate.
- Write down your reason before you place anything, and decide your unit size in advance.
Questions about this game
What time did New Jersey Devils vs Colorado Avalanche start on Wed, Oct 28?
New Jersey Devils at Colorado Avalanche was scheduled for 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT) on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. It was game 3 of 4 on the NHL slate.
What was the score of New Jersey Devils at Colorado Avalanche on Wed, Oct 28?
New Jersey Devils 2, Colorado Avalanche 5 (final).
When did New Jersey Devils last play before this game?
New Jersey Devils won on the road at Dallas Stars 5-1 on Tue, Oct 27.
When did Colorado Avalanche last play before this game?
Colorado Avalanche lost on the road at Nashville Predators 2-6 on Sun, Oct 25.
Is either team on a back-to-back in New Jersey Devils vs Colorado Avalanche?
Yes: it is the second night of a back-to-back for New Jersey Devils. A back-to-back is one input to check, not a prediction on its own.
Does this page include odds or picks for New Jersey Devils vs Colorado Avalanche?
No. It is a schedule and research page built from game times and rest context. DeepChamp AI is an independent research app, not a sportsbook, and nothing here guarantees a betting outcome. Use the DeepChamp AI app for line movement and player prop research.
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