Boston Bruins (32-11-10) vs Seattle Kraken (22-21-10)
Game Info: Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 7:00 pm (TD Garden)
Betting Odds: Boston Bruins -233 / Seattle Kraken +180 --- Over/Under: 5.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
The Seattle Kraken and Boston Bruins face off on Thursday in a NHL showdown at TD Garden. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Kraken vs Bruins prediction.
Kraken Defense Looks to Build on Last Game
The Kraken faced off against the New York Islanders in the last game, and they were able to secure a 2-1 victory. It took a shootout to get the job done, but they picked up the points. Matt Beniers finished with a goal and three shots on goal. The Kraken are averaging 2.69 goals while their defense is giving up 2.83 goals per game. The offense is ranked 28th while the defense is ranked 10th. Oliver Bjorkstrand has scored 13 goals and added 27 assists so far this season. The Kraken will meet the Red Wings after this one.
Bruins Have Lost Two Straight
The Bruins are suddenly slumping, and they have lost two games in a row. Two games ago against the Washington Capitals they lost 3-0 and in the last game against the Boston Bruins they lost 3-2 in a shootout. Overall this season, the Bruins are averaging 3.36 goals while their defense is giving up 2.56 goals per game. The offense is ranked 10th in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. David Pastrnak has scored 33 goals and added 44 assists so far this season. The Bruins will face the Kings after this game.
Boston Bruins Player Prop Facts
- Pavel Zacha has scored a goal in each of the Bruins' last three home games against Pacific Division opponents.
- Charlie Coyle has recorded at least one point in nine of the Bruins' last 10 night games at TD Garden.
- David Pastrnak has recorded at least one assist in each of the Bruins' last six home games against Pacific Division opponents.
- David Pastrnak ranks T1st in the league for multi-point games (27) this season.
Seattle Kraken Player Prop Facts
- Jared McCann has recorded at least one point in 11 of the Kraken's last 12 night games.
- Yanni Gourde has recorded an assist in four of his last five appearances at TD Garden.
- Jared McCann has the most multi-goal games for the Kraken this season (2).
Matchup/League Facts
- The Boston Bruins rank 3rd in the league for goals against per game this season (2.57).
- The Boston Bruins are one of three teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
- The Seattle Kraken rank 28th in the league for goals per game this season (2.70).
- The Seattle Kraken rank 29th in the league for Period 3 goals scored per game this season (0.79).
Kraken vs Bruins Betting Prediction
This game is going to be lower scoring. The Kraken’s defense has been strong heading into this game, and they are going to continue that success here. The Bruins' offense has struggled a bit heading into this game, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. The Bruins defense is also going to step up, and this game is going to stay under the total. Back the under to cash.
Shane’s Pick Under
AUTHOR: Shane Mickle
