The Anaheim Ducks (24-24-6) travel to face off against the Boston Bruins (27-24-6) on Saturday, February 22nd. This game will be played at TD Garden in Boston and televised on ESPN+. The Bruins are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Ducks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Blackhawks. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.

Ducks vs Bruins

The Anaheim Ducks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Anaheim’s record dropped to 24-24-6 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short.

The Ducks fell behind 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.

The Boston Bruins Are Coming Off A Win

Boston improved to 27-24-6 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken. The Bruins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score fell well short of that mark.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau opening the scoring at 3:23. Charlie Coyle added to the lead at 9:57, finding the net on a power play.

Anaheim Offense Breakdown

Anaheim took 39 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.

Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the year on McGinn’s goal, and Troy Terry and Ryan Strome added assists on McTavish’s late power-play goal. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.

Bruins Offense Breakdown

Boston’s offense struck twice in the first period, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season at 16:37, followed by Charlie Coyle’s second goal of the year, which came on a power play at 10:03.

The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists in their 2-0 win over the Kraken.

Anaheim Team Defense

The Ducks’ defense struggled early, allowing the first three goals—two of which came on the power play—before giving up another late in the 3rd period. Lukas Dostal ended with 25 saves and an 86.2% save percentage. Anaheim’s defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.

Boston Team Defense

Boston’s defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. The unit also shut out Seattle over the final two periods.

Ducks vs Bruins Trends

• In their last three road games, Anaheim has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
• When looking at their past ten home matchups, Boston has an puck line record of 7-3 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 6-4 overall in these games.
• Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Boston has an puck line mark of 3-2 while going 1-4 straight up.
• In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Ducks have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their puck line record was 2-1 in these scenarios.

Ducks vs Bruins Prediction

If you’re interested in a pure moneyline wager, then the Bruins is the preferred option. However, with a payout of -202, it might be worth considering this bet as a component of a larger parlay.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Ducks to cover. Even in the event of a Bruins victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Ducks should cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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