The Boston Bruins (44-17-15) travel to face off against the Carolina Hurricanes (47-21-7) on Thursday, April 4th. This game will be played at PNC Arena in Raleigh and televised on ESPN+. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.

Bruins vs Hurricanes

The Boston Bruins Are Coming Off A Win

As the second-place team in the Eastern Conference, the Bruins have a record of 44-17-15 and 103 points. Over their last ten games, they have gone 6-4 and are currently riding a two-game win streak. On the road, Boston has a record of 21-8-9 and has been the favorite in 63 of their 76 games this season.

Within the Atlantic Division, the Bruins are in first place and have gone 17-7 against divisional opponents. Against other teams in the Eastern Conference, Boston has a record of 27-17. Over their last five games, the Bruins have gone 3-2, and for the season, they have been the favorite in 36 of their 63 games as the underdog.

On the season, the Bruins have gone 37-39 against the puck line, including a road mark of 18-20. Over their last ten games, Boston has gone just 3-7 against the puck line, and they have dropped three straight games against the puck line when favored.

So far, the Bruins have 29 wins by multiple goals and have gone 25-38 against the puck line when favored. Overall, their average scoring margin is +.6 goals per game, and they have gone 15-12 against the puck line in games decided by more than one goal.

The Bruins most recently took on the Predators and secured a win with a score of 3-0. In the first and second periods, the Bruins couldn’t find the net on offense, but they managed to score three goals in the third period. The Boston offense recorded 32 shots on goal and successfully netted one time while short-handed during the game.

Boston was the underdog going into the game and picked up a win against the puck line. The game finished below the over/under line of 5.5 with a combined total of 3 goals.

The Carolina Hurricanes Are Coming Off A Win

At 101 points, the Hurricanes have clinched a playoff spot and sit in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. Over their last ten games, they have gone 8-2 and have won their last two games as the favorite. In the Metropolitan Division, Carolina is in 2nd place with a record of 14-9.

Overall, the Hurricanes have gone 47-21-7 this season, and they have been the favorite in 68 of their 75 games, going 44-17-7 in those games. At home, Carolina has gone 25-9-4, and they have a four-game winning streak at home.

Carolina comes into the game 32-43 against the puck line this year, including going 2-1 in their last three games. So far, the Hurricanes have had 30 wins by multiple goals and 17 wins by just one goal.

At home, the Hurricanes are 16-22 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin for the year is +.7 goals per game. In their last 10 home games, Carolina has gone just 4-6 vs. the puck line.

In their most recent matchup, the Hurricanes played against the Canadiens and won with a score of 3-0. During the first period, the Hurricanes started slow, but they turned things around by scoring one time in the second period and two goals in the third. One of Carolina’s three goals were generated during power plays, while one were scored when shorthanded. In total, they had 30 shots on goal.

Carolina secured a win against the puck line, entering the game as the favorites with a -1.5 goal advantage. Combining for 3 goals, the game finished below the over/under line of 6.

Boston Offense Breakdown

On offense, the Bruins are averaging 3.3 goals per game which is 11th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 19th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Bruins offense is 11th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 16th in the NHL.

This season, the Bruins’ have an over/under record of 36-39-1. Throughout the season, they have played 39 games that did not exceed the 5.5 over/under line. On average, their games are averaging 6.1 goals per game.

Hurricanes Offense Breakdown

Offensively, the Hurricanes come into the game at 3.4 goals per contest placing 8th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 5th position in the league. So far this year, the Hurricanes are 34-18 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 11-1 in games with fewer shots on goal.

This season, the Hurricanes’ have an over/under record of 30-44-1. Throughout the season, they have played 38 games that did not exceed the 5.5 over/under line. On average, their games are averaging 6.1 goals per game.

Boston Team Defense

Defensively, the Bruins are currently 10th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.7 shots per game against Boston. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.

Carolina Team Defense

Defensively, the Hurricanes come into the season ranked 32nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 25.7 shots per game against Carolina. For the season, they are ranked 2nd in shutouts, coming in with 7 shutouts.

Bruins vs Hurricanes Trends

• In their last ten games away from home, the Bruins have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 4-6 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.
• When looking at their past five home matchups, Carolina has an puck line record of 2-3 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 4-1 overall in these games.
• The Hurricanes have played well in their last five games as the betting underdog, going 3-2 straight up and 3-2 against the spread.
• Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Bruins have gone 3-7 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 6-4.

Bruins vs Hurricanes Prediction

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Hurricanes to secure a victory over the Bruins at home. With the moneyline currently set at -155, I’m locking in my bet on the Hurricanes straight-up.

My recommended pick for the puck line is to take the Bruins to cover. Even if the Hurricanes win straight-up, this one should be close throughout and the Bruins should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 5.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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