The Boston Bruins will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in this Eastern Conference matchup. This will be the grudge match as the two have each won a game in their three-game series this season.
The Bruins are in 6th in the standings in terms of the playoffs and could potentially take the fifth spot if they continue playing good hockey. The Penguins are currently in 7th, and a win tonight against the Bruins would bump them ahead in the standings.
Last Game Records
Bruins
- Last Game: Won against the St. Louis Blues 3-2.
- 47-24-3-2 overall record
Penguins
- Last Game: Lost to the Boston Bruins 1-2.
- 43-23-4-7 overall record
Matchup Information
Bruins at Penguins Betting Analysis
Bruins Betting Analysis
The Bruins are in a great spot to make the postseason for sure. They need a big win tonight to gain a cushion against the Penguins, who are right behind them.
In their last game against the Blues, the Bruins were able to come back from an early deficit. The Bruins were able to score under a minute into the overtime to take the victory.
The Bruins’ offense has been mediocre for most of the season. They are averaging 3.08 goals per game, which is 15th in the NHL.
In their last five games, the Bruins are averaging 2.2 goals per game. In their last five away games, the Bruins are averaging 2.6 goals per game.
Brad Marchand is leading the team in total points with 73. While he is leading the team, he is struggling at a terrible time, recording only two total points in their last eight games.
Charlie McAvoy has been one of the best players for the Bruins in their recent games. He has recorded at least a single point in seven of their last ten games.
Although Jeremy Swayman was in the net for the loss the other day, Linus Ullmark is out for tonight’s game with a lower-body injury. Swayman will more than likely get the nod again tonight.
Swayman has a record of 22-12-1 and is giving up 2.33 goals per game.
Penguins Betting Analysis
The Penguins are comfortably in the playoffs but do not have to be content with their current positioning. Sitting two points behind the Bruins, the Penguins will be giving their best effort tonight to try and jump the line.
The Penguins have not played in almost five days. In their last game, the Penguins took on the Bruins and lost 1-2 after giving up two goals in the first period.
The offense for the Penguins is on the cusp of the top 10 in the league. They are averaging 3.28 goals per game, which is 11th in the NHL.
In their last five games, the Penguins are averaging 3.4 goals per game. In their last five home games, the Penguins are averaging 3.6 goals per game.
Sidney Crosby is the offensive leader for the Penguins. He has recorded 80 total points, scoring 29 goals and assisting on 51 others.
Jake Guentzel is right behind him with 78 total points. He has recorded 13 points in their last 10 games.
Casey DeSmith is the starting goaltender for the Penguins, while Tristan Jarry awaits his comeback. He has a record of 8-5-2 and is giving up 2.89 goals per game.
Updates
Linus Ullmark could possibly be a big deal for the Bruins if he has to be out for an extended period of time.
The Penguins will be without their goaltender as well. Tristan Jarry is currently rehabbing a foot injury that will keep him out for the time being.
- The Bruins won their moneyline bet in six of their last ten games.
- Boston was under the total goals in five of their last ten games.
- The Penguins won their moneyline bet in three of their last ten games,
- Pittsburgh was under the total goals in five of their last ten games.
Bruins at Penguins Betting Preview
The NHL betting odds have the Bruins as the moneyline favorite for tonight’s contest. With Jarry out for the Penguins, they will struggle for the foreseeable future until he can come back.
The NHL expert picks will have the Bruins as the pick for tonight, and it is hard to argue with that. With Boston having all the momentum coming into the game, expect them to try and get out early and play fast.
Bruins at Penguins Betting Prediction
Bet on the Boston Bruins.
How to bet on Bruins at Penguins
If a bettor were to place a $100 bet on the Bruins’ moneyline, they would have odds around -130. If the bettor placed the bet at -130 and the Bruins were to win, the bettor would receive a payout of $176.92.
If a bettor were to place a $100 bet on the Penguins’ moneyline, they would have odds around +120. If the bettor placed the bet at +120 and the Penguins were to win, the bettor would receive a payout of $220.
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