Boston Bruins at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Bruins at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (35-5-4) travel to meet the New York Rangers (25-13-7) Thursday at Madison Square Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Rangers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins scooped up a 4-1 win on the road Wednesday against the New York Islanders, winning for the 3rd consecutive time since a 3-0 loss at home to the Seattle Kraken on Jan. 12. The B’s are 14-1-3 in the previous 18 contests.

The Rangers bounced back from a stunning 2-1 loss on home ice against the Montreal Canadiens Sunday, posting a 3-1 road victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets Monday. More importantly, the Rangers are well rested for this Original Six battle.

The Bruins beat the Rangers 5-2 in their 1st meeting this season on Nov. 3 in New York.

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Bruins at Rangers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Rangers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins +1.5 (-280) | Rangers -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Bruins at Rangers projected goalies

Jeremy Swayman (10-3-3, 2.35 GAA, .912 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Igor Shesterkin (20-7-6, 2.43 GAA, .918 SV%, 1 SO)

Swayman gets the nod after All-Star Linus Ullmark started Wednesday on the Long Island. Since flipping the calendar to 2023, Swayman is perfect — he’s 3-0-0 with a 1.00 GAA and .966 SV% with a shutout in 3 outings. The B’s have provided him with plenty of offensive support, outscoring the opposition 18-3 in his January showings.

Shesterkin allowed just 2 goals on 31 shots last time out on Sunday against the Habs, but the offense could only provide a lone goal of support. Shesty is 3-1-1 with a 2.57 GAA and .916 SV% in 5 January outings.

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Bruins at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Rangers 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-105) are slight underdogs, the first time Boston isn’t the favorite since Nov. 23 in Florida. It lost 4-3 in that game, and Boston has dropped its last 2 when not favored.

However, the B’s are 5-0 in the last 5 road games, while also going 5-0 in the last 5 when playing on no rest. The Bruins have won 21 of the last 27 game against winning teams, and Boston has won 11 of the last 16 meetings with the Blueshirts. The B’s are 6-2 in the last 8 skates at MSG, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Bruins +1.5 (-280) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return, if you need some insurance and are turned off by playing Boston straight up for whatever reason. It’s not a recommended play, however.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+100) is the lean, especially at even money.

The Under is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Manhattan, while going 10-4 in the last 14 meetings overall in this series.

The Under has dominated for the Rangers against Atlantic Division teams, too, going 19-7-1 in the last 27 meetings.

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Boston Bruins at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Bruins at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (34-5-3) travel to meet the New York Islanders (23-18-4) Wednesday at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Bruins vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins have won 2 games in a row, outscoring the Philadelphia Flyers and Toronto Maple Leafs by a 10-3 score, after a 3-0 setback against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday. The B’s are 13-1-3 in the previous 17 outings.

The Islanders suffered a 4-3 loss in overtime against the Washington Capitals, picking up at least 1 point for the 3rd time in 4 games. The Isles are 1-3-2 in the last 6 games.

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Bruins at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Islanders +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+145) | Islanders +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bruins at Islanders projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (23-2-1, 1.92 GAA, .936 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (15-14-3, 2.30 GAA, .925 SV%, 3 SO)

Ullmark stopped 18 of the 21 shots he faced in a 4-3 win against the Maple Leafs, bouncing back from a 3-0 loss against the Kraken. He faced the Isles on Dec. 13, allowing 3 goals on 26 shots in a 4-3 shootout win.

Sorokin was knocked around for 4 goals on 35 shots in a 4-3 overtime loss against the Capitals on Monday. He has a subpar 2-3-2 record in 7 starts in January, but he has a stellar 2.41 GAA and .922 SV%. It’s a lack of offensive support, as the Isles have totaled just 9 goals in his last 5 appearances.

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Bruins at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Islanders 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-170) are heavy favorites, and slightly below my personal limit for a standalone moneyline play.

Boston is a good bet on the road against New York, as the B’s have picked up wins in 34 of 43 games overall this season. That includes a solid 13-4-1 record on the road.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+145) are worth playing at plus-money on the road.

In the last 4 wins on the road, Boston has won by at least 2 goals, while going 4-2 in the last 6 games on the puck line.

You’ll be going against a series trend, as the home team has won each of the last 5 in the series. But the B’s are just running hot, and worth the play.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-115) is the play, but go with a half-unit at best.

The Over is 4-1-1 in the last 6 meetings, and 6-2-2 in the previous 10 in the series.

The Over is 3-1-2 in the last 6 meetings for the B’s, too, while going 8-0 in the last 8 games for the Isles against teams with a winning percentage of .600 or greater.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Maple Leafs (26-10-7) face the Boston Bruins (32-5-4) Saturday at TD Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (NHL Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Maple Leafs vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Maple Leafs are coming off a 4-1 loss in Detroit Thursday night and now face a tough one on the road against another Original 6 team. Despite Thursday’s loss, Toronto is still 7-3-1 in the past 11 games overall.

The Bruins suffered a rare loss, falling 3-0 against the Seattle Kraken Thursday night. That loss snapped a 4-game winning streak, and it snapped a 14-game point streak.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Bruins -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs +1.5 (-180) | Bruins -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Maple Leafs at Bruins projected goalies

Ilya Samsonov (12-4-1, 2.33 GAA, .914 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Linus Ullmark (22-2-1, 1.88 GAA, .938 SV%, 2 SO)

Samsonov allowed 3 goals on 22 shots in Thursday’s 4-1 loss in Detroit, and he has been a little up-and-down so far in January. He is 1-1-1 with a 2.94 GAA and .883 SV% in 3 outings in the month. The loss in Detroit was rare, as he entered that start 8-1-1 in the previous 10 outings.

Speaking of rare losses, Ullmark stopped 28 of the 30 shots he faced against the Kraken, but it was just his 2nd loss in regulation this season. It was the first time he received zero goals of a support, too.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Maple Leafs 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-160) are moderate favorites at home, looking to bounce back after the stunning loss to the Kraken.

The B’s have managed 39 wins in the past 51 home games – a winning percentage of .765. They’re also 8-0 in the past 8 games after scoring 2 or fewer goals in the previous outing.

In addition, the Maple Leafs (+140) are 4-9 in the past 13 trips to Boston, and the underdog is 2-6 in the past 8 in the series.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+140) are a decent play on the puck line at plus-money.

While Boston lost last time out against Seattle, it is still 3-1 in the past 4 games on the puck line as a favorite.

The Maple Leafs +1.5 (-180) haven’t been an underdog since Dec. 6, and Toronto is 6-0 in the past 6 games as a ‘dog on the puck line. So, there is some risk here.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-135) is the lean, ever so slightly.

While the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 games for the Leafs, the Over is 37-16-3 in the past 56 games on the road, and 6-2-1 in the previous 9 meetings with the B’s.

The Under is 5-2 in the past 7 games for the Bruins, but the Over is an impressive 3-1-1 in the past 5 games following a loss of 3 or more goals.

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Seattle Kraken at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Seattle Kraken at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Kraken (24-12-4) play the 6th game of a 7-game road trip Thursday against the Boston Bruins (32-4-4) at TD Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kraken vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Seattle is 5-for-5 so far on road trip after beating the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on Tuesday night. The Kraken has scored 4 or more goals in each of the last 6 games, all wins, good for an average of 5.0 goals per game (GPG). On the flip side, it has allowed just 11 goals during the 6-game span since Jan. 1.

The Bruins wrapped up a 3-game West Coast swing with a 7-1 win in Anaheim on Sunday, and it averaged 5.3 GPG during the trip while yielding 1.7 GPG. Boston is 5-0-1 in the last 6 vs. Western Conference teams since a stunning 4-3 loss at Arizona on Dec. 9.

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Kraken at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Kraken +195 (bet $100 to win $195) | Bruins -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-125) | Bruins -1.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Kraken at Bruins projected goalies

Martin Jones (19-5-3, 2.78 GAA, .894 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Linus Ullmark (22-1-1, 1.87 GAA, .938 SV%, 2 SO)

Jones has been on fire since the ball dropped to ring in the new year, going 5-0-0 with a 1.60 GAA and .934 SV%, including a 21-save shutout in Montreal last time out on Monday. He has won 4 straight vs. Eastern Conference teams, too, while garnering at least 1 point in 6 straight vs. East since Dec. 6.

The All-Star Ullmark has been lights out, and showing no signs of slowing down. He allowed just 2 goals on 30 shots in a 4-2 win in San Jose on Saturday in his most recent showing, and Ullmark has won 5 straight in regulation. On home ice he is even better than his overall numbers, going 12-0-1 with a 1.78 GAA and .940 SV% in 14 starts.

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Kraken at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Kraken 2

Moneyline

The Bruins (-230) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s a risky play given how well the Kraken (+195) has looked lately. The B’s should be able to pull it out, but there is no value playing the money line, even if you included the home side in a multi-team parlay.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+105) are a solid play, and if anybody is going to cool off the Kraken +1.5 (-125) on the road, it’s Boston.

The Kraken could run out of steam here, as it plays the 3rd game in 4 days, and the 4th game in 6 days. Seattle is 2-6 in the last 8 in the 3rd game of a 3-in-4 situation, and 1-8 in the last 9 in the 4th game of a 4-in-6.

Boston is 41-12 in the last 53 games at home, while going 19-7 in the last 26 against winning teams, and 36-15 in the last 51 against the Pacific Division, too.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-120) is the lean, but go with a half-unit at best.

Jones and Ullmark have been 2 of the hottest tendies in the NHL lately, but these offenses have been pretty stout lately, too.

The Over is 3-1-1 in the last 5 games overall for the B’s, while the Over is 6-2-1 in the last 9 for the Kraken following a win, and 3-0-1 in the last 4 in the 4th game of a 4-in-6 situation. Still, The Under is 11-4-3 in the last 18 for Seattle against the East, and we should see a total just a shade Under the line.

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Boston Bruins at Los Angeles Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Bruins at Los Angeles Kings odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (29-4-4) meet the Los Angeles Kings (22-13-6) Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Kings odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins continue to show no signs of slowing down, as Boston’s last loss in regulation was Dec. 9 at Arizona. The B’s have posted a 8-0-3 record in the last 11 games overall since that setback. That includes a 3-2 shootout loss against the Kings on Dec. 15 at TD Garden.

The Kings picked up a 3-2 win over the visiting Dallas Stars Tuesday as the Under cashed yet again. Los Angeles has hit the Under in 4 of the last 5 games overall, while going 10-3 in the last 13 games.

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Bruins at Kings odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Kings +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+150) | Kings +1.5 (-200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Bruins at Kings projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (21-1-1, 1.86 GAA, .939 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Pheonix Copley (9-1-0, 2.52 GAA, .908 SV%)

Ullmark has been unreal, and he is currently the favorite for the Vezina Trophy thanks to his nearly peerless record. He has picked up wins in 4 straight starts, and 8 of the last 9 games. The only setback during the span was a 3-2 shootout loss against L.A. at TD Garden on Dec. 15. He allowed just 2 goals on 30 shots in that outing.

Copley allowed just 2 goals on 30 shots in a 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars Tuesday, and he has rattled off 7 consecutive victories. He started the win streak Dec. 15 in Boston, allowing just 2 goals on 35 shots in the 3-2 SOW.

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Bruins at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Kings 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-155) are moderate favorites on the road, and they’re not terribly priced out of line.

Boston has won 4 straight trips to Los Angeles, and the road team has won 5 in a row in this series. The B’s will avenge their 3-2 shootout loss at home last month with a road win at Crypto.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Kings +1.5 (-200) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s quite risky even at home. The Bruins -1.5 (+150) have just shown no signs of letting up.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+115) is a strong play in a battle between 2 red-hot goaltenders.

The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 games against Western Conference foes for the B’s, including its home loss to the Kings. The Under is 5-2 in Boston’s last 7 against Pacific Division teams.

The Under is also 8-2 in the last 10 overall for the Kings, while hitting at a 5-1 clip in the last 6 at home. The Under is 5-1 in the last 6 against Eastern Conference opponents, too.

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Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Buffalo Sabres (17-14-2) visit the Boston Bruins (28-4-3) Saturday in a divisional matchup. Face-off from TD Garden is set for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Sabres vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Sabres are riding hot on a 5-game win streak that includes a 6-3 win in their last game vs. Detroit Thursday. That win came at the hands of RW Kyle Okposo and his hat trick that included 2 goals during the team’s 4-goal second period.

The Bruins are coming off a 3-1 win vs. New Jersey Wednesday night that came just 5 days after beating that same New Jersey team. It was the defense and goaltending in that game that impressed for the Bruins as G Linus Ullmark posted 30 saves on an SV% of .968.

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Sabres at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Sabres +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Bruins -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Sabres +1.5 (-120) | Bruins -1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Sabres at Bruins projected goalies

Craig Anderson (7-4-1, 2.65 GAA, .922 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Linus Ullmark (20-1-1, 1.90 GAA, .938 SV%, 2 SO)

The 41-year-old veteran is expected to receive the start between the pipes Saturday. He was solid in a 3-1 loss to Boston earlier this year with 27 saves on 30 shots. He’s 2-0-1 with a 1.99 GAA and .942 SV% in 3 starts this month.

Ullmark has shown no signs of slowing down as he’s 7-0-1 with a 1.72 GAA and .943 SV% this month. He hasn’t faced the Sabres this year, but it’s all the same to the frontrunner for the Vezina trophy.

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Sabres at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Sabres 2

Moneyline

AVOID. 

The Sabres are hot right now, but the Bruins are simply the better team. This is the second of the 4-game season series between these teams, and I see the Bruins winning the series 3-1, including a win in this one. And while I am confident in the Bruins, the moneyline is just a bit too strong for me to advise you to risk your money on this bet when there are better ones on the board.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET BRUINS -1.5 (+100).

The Bruins will end the Sabres’ win streak and will likely do so by 2 or more goals. As of late, the Bruins have shown their poise by winning close games. But this is a game that if the Bruins let the Sabres get close and stay in it for too long, they could lose. The Bruins will need to come out of the gates hot and not stop that momentum throughout the game. If they do that then this will be your best bet for this game.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 6.5 (-105).

Boston won the last matchup Nov. 12 by a 3-1 score. Buffalo’s offense has been producing as they have been averaging 5 goals per game over their 5-game winning streak, but none of those wins came against Boston. The Bruins are a top team in the NHL, and that is largely due to their defense, as their offense doesn’t need to put up so many goals. The Under here is safer but with 2 good teams there is always a risk that the Over will be eclipsed.

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Boston Bruins at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Bruins at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (27-4-3) wrap up a 3-game road trip on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils (22-10-2) at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Devils odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins were tripped up 3-2 in a shootout at Ottawa on Tuesday, and  faces the quick turnaround to wrap up the road trip where it started. Boston topped New Jersey 4-3 on Friday behind Linus Ullmark as the Over cashed.

The Devils are just 1-6-1 in the previous 8 games. New Jersey has dropped 5 in a row at home, with its last victory at The Rock on Dec. 6 against the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Bruins at Devils odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Devils -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+190) | Devils +1.5 (-270)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Bruins at Devils projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (19-1-1, 1.94 GAA, .936 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Vitek Vanecek (12-4-2, 2.41 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO)

Ullmark just faced the Devils last time out, allowing 3 goals on 40 shots in  Friday’s 4-3 victory in New Jersey. After Jeremy Swayman went Monday night in Ottawa, it’s Ullmark time again. He aims for his 20th victory in 22 decisions.

Vanecek replaced a struggling Mac Blackwood on Friday against the Bruins, stopping all 5 of the shots he faced in a scoreless 3rd period. He is 6-3-1 with a 2.28 GAA and .913 SV% with 2 SO in 12 home starts.

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Bruins at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Devils 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-110) are worth a roll of the dice as they look to bounce back after Moinday’s disappointment in Ottawa.

The Devils (-110) have struggled mightily after a red-hot start, and they’ve been on the losing end in 7 of the last 8 outings. Look for Boston to continue its dominance in this series.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Devils +1.5 (-270) are quite expensive if you would like a little bit of insurance and just cannot trust New Jersey straight up.

If you like New Jersey, just play it straight up for a better value.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-115) is the play here based on New Jersey’s offensive struggles, and the fact it faces a rested Ullmark.

The Devils have cashed the Under in 5 of the last 6 games overall, while going 7-3-1 in the last 11 games at home. The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 against Eastern Conference foes, too.

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Boston Bruins at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Bruins at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (26-4-2) take on the New Jersey Devils (22-9-2) at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. on Friday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Devils odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins are coming off a 3-2 win against the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday in Boston, the 3rd consecutive victory for the B’s. Boston is 5-1 in its last 6 games overall.

The Devils doubled up the Florida Panthers in Sunrise on Tuesday 4-2, bouncing back from a 4-1 whipping from the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh on Monday. New Jersey is just 1-5-1 in the last 7 games.

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Bruins at Devils odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -115 (bet $114 to win $100) | Devils -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+185) | Devils +1.5 (-260)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bruins at Devils projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (18-1-1, 1.89 GAA, .937 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Vitek Vanecek (12-4-2, 2.45 GAA, .908 SV%, 2 SO)

Ullmark stopped 36 of the 39 shots he faced last time out Monday against the Florida Panthers, bouncing back from a shootout loss against the visiting Los Angeles Kings in his prior outing. He enters 5-0-1 with a 1.63 GAA, .943 SV% and 1 shutout in his 6 starts in December.

Vanecek allowed 3 goals on just 13 shots in 2 periods at Carolina on Tuesday, and he was pulled in the loss. He has received just 2 goals of offensive support in his last 5 periods of work, so the losing lately hasn’t all been his fault.

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Bruins at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Devils 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-115) have been red-hot all season, and the team and Ullmark are showing no signs of slowing down.

Boston has won 13 of the last 16 games against winning teams, while going 18-6 in the last 24 against the Metropolitan Division. It is also 7-3 in the last 10 on the road.

The Devils (-105) were running neck-and-neck with the B’s at the top of the Eastern Conference standings for the better part of the 1st 6 weeks, but New Jersey has hit a rough part and the holiday break will do it some good.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+185) are worth a roll of the dice for a chance to nearly double up. Boston has covered the puck line in 6 of the last 11 games as a favorite, including 2 of the last 3 on the road.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-125) is the lean, but play it lightly.

The Under is 8-3-1 in the last 12 games against winning teams for the B’s, although the Over is 6-1-1 in the last 8 when playing on no rest. The Over is also 4-0 in the last 4 meetings with the Devils.

For Jersey, it’s all Under all the time, going 15-5-1 in the last 21 games overall, 4-1 in the last 5 at home, 7-0 in the last 7 against Atlantic Division foes and 4-0 in the last 4 inside the Eastern Conference.

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Winnipeg Jets at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Winnipeg Jets at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Winnipeg Jets (21-10-1) take on the Boston Bruins (25-4-2) at TD Garden in Boston on Thursday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Jets vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Jets have posted victories in 3 of the last 4 games, and Winnipeg has allowed a total of just 6 goals in the 4-game span, cashing the Under in each of the outings. Winnipeg enters with a 6-1 mark in the last 7 road games.

The Bruins roughed up the Florida Panthers at TD Garden by a 7-3 score, and Boston has outscored the Panthers and Columbus Blue Jackets by an 11-5 margin in the last 2 victories.

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Jets at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Jets +195 (bet $100 to win $195) | Bruins -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Jets +1.5 (-130) | Bruins -1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Jets at Bruins projected goalies

Connor Hellebuyck (16-7-1, 2.33 GAA, .928 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Jeremy Swayman (6-3-1, 2.72 GAA, .895 SV%)

Hellebuyck missed the last 2 games due to a non-COVID illness, so David Rittich filled in. The team sent Arvid Holm back to the minors, so Hellebuyck is traveling with the team and expected to return.

Hellebuyck had won his previous 2 starts before going green in the gills, allowing just 2 goals on 49 total shots in a pair of victories. He has won just 1 of his previous 3 starts against Eastern Conference teams.

Swayman allowed 2 goals on 33 shots in a win against the Blue Jackets on Saturday, his 1st win in 3 starts since Nov. 29. He is 0-1-1 with 7 goals allowed on 40 shots in 2 starts this month against Western Conference teams.

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Jets at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Jets 4, Bruins 3

Moneyline

The JETS (+195) are worth a roll of the dice for the chance to nearly double up your initial wager.

Winnipeg has won 5 of the last 6 games on the road, while going 10-4 in the previous 14 games overall. As long as Hellebuyck isn’t rusty after his absence due to illness, Winnipeg is a strong play here.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you don’t like them straight up, JETS +1.5 (-130) is still a solid play as the ‘dog on the puck line, and they’re not priced out of line. The Jets are 9-2 in the last 11 games when playing on a day of rest, too.

Still, while a lot of trends point in favor of the Jets, know that they are just 5-21-1 in the past 27 trips to Boston, and 0-4 in the last 4 meetings, so there is obvious risk.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+105) is a solid play at plus-money.

Yes, the Under is 4-0 in the past 4 games for the Jets, but the Over is 5-2 in the last 7 games against winning teams, for which the Bruins certainly qualify.

The Over is 4-1-1 in the last 6 games for the Bruins following a win, too, while going 19-7-2 in the last 28 games against an opponent with a winning percentage of .600 or better.

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Los Angeles Kings at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Kings at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Kings (15-12-5) and Boston Bruins (23-4-0) meet Thursday at TD Garden in Boston. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Kings are playing in the 6th and final game of the team’s road trip, and it has a 2-2-1 record on the trip with both losses by shutouts. That includes a 6-0 setback in Buffalo Tuesday night.

The Bruins picked up a 4-3 win in a shootout against the New York Islanders on Tuesday, and it has won 3 of the last 4 games overall. The Over and Under has alternated in the last 5 games.

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Kings at Bruins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Kings +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Bruins -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-135) | Bruins -1.5 (+115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): Off the board

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Kings at Bruins projected goalies

Jonathan Quick (8-8-3, 3.55 GAA, .882 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Jeremy Swayman (5-3-1, 2.80 GAA, .887 SV%)

Quick was blasted for 6 goals on 26 shots in a 6-5 overtime loss in Columbus on Sunday. He has allowed 3 or more goals in 6 straight outings, winning just once during the streak.

Swayman allowed 4 goals on just 16 shots in a road outing against the Arizona Coyotes in a 4-3 loss Friday. After a 3-1-0 record and 1.72 GAA with a .930 SV% in 3 November starts and 5 appearances, he has allowed 7 goals on 40 shots in 2 December outings.

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Kings at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 5, Kings 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-210) are very pricey, but it’s about as good a guarantee as you’re going to get.

The road-weary Kings (+155) likely can’t wait to get home after the lengthy trip, and Los Angeles has been shut out twice in the last 4 contests.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+115) at plus-money are a good value on the puck line, as the Kings +1.5 (-135) have had difficulty lightly the lamp lately, while Quick has been dinged for 3 or more goals in each of the last 6 games. That’s a great recipe for a puck line cover for the home side.

Boston has won by 2 or more goals in 4 of the last 5 games overall, and if you like the Bruins to win, you should like them to cover.

Over/Under

It’s off the board right now, but if Over 6.5 (+100) comes up, play it.

The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 games for the Bruins against losing teams, while going 3-0-1 in the last 4 following a victory.

The Kings have allowed 4 or more goals in 3 of the last 4 games, including 6.0 goals per game in the last 2 against the Columbus Blue Jackets and Buffalo Sabres.

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