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Edmonton Oilers vs Boston Bruins Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: TD Garden — Boston, MA

Article updated Jan 7, 12:01 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Edmonton Oilers (24-12-3) will be looking to secure their second consecutive road win as they take on the Boston Bruins (20-17-5) at TD Garden on Tuesday night at 7 PM

Game outlook

The Edmonton Oilers (24-12-3) will be looking to secure their second consecutive road win as they take on the Boston Bruins (20-17-5) at TD Garden on Tuesday night at 7 PM ET. The Oilers are coming off a recent loss to Seattle, while the Bruins fell to the Islanders in their last game. Edmonton holds a strong record of 6-2-2 in their last 10 matchups against Boston. The Oilers are currently favored to win this game with an opening line of -138 that has remained unchanged. For further analysis and prediction on the outcome of this match, refer to the Edmonton Oilers vs. Boston Bruins prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Oilers -138 | Bruins +120

Spread: Oilers -1.5 (+178) | Bruins +1.5 (-212)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 58%.

Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have recently bounced back from a two-game losing streak with wins over Utah, Anaheim, and Seattle, putting them in a tie for second place in the Pacific Division with the Kings. They will look to continue their momentum with a fourth consecutive win in their upcoming game on Tuesday night. Leading the team in points is Leon Draisaitl with 59 points, followed by Connor McDavid with 54 points, and Evan Bouchard with 30 points. The Oilers have been strong defensively, giving up an average of 2.80 goals per game, and Calvin Pickard has been solid in goal with a 8-2 record. Overall, Edmonton is ranked 9th in offense, 9th in defense, and has a record of 8-2 this season, earning them a power ranking of 1.

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Boston Bruins Analysis

The Boston Bruins have struggled in their recent games, losing five out of their last six. They will look to break their four-game losing streak with a win against the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. Boston averages 2.64 goals per game, with David Pastrnak leading the team with 42 points. The team's defense has been a weak point, giving up an average of 3.12 goals per game. In their last game, they scored four goals on 30 shots but gave up five goals. The Bruins will need to improve defensively to secure a victory in their upcoming game against the Oilers. Additionally, the team has been ranked #29 for offense, #15 for defense, and has an overall record of 20-17-5. The Bruins will face a tough challenge as Edmonton has had success in their recent matchups. Sportsbook promos and betting opportunities are available for those interested in wagering on the game.

Edmonton Oilers Poised for Victory Against Struggling Boston Bruins

The Oilers have demonstrated consistent success in recent games, winning six out of their last eight matchups, while the Bruins have faced challenges with five losses in their past six games. This gives Edmonton a clear advantage in their upcoming game due to their strong offensive performance, scoring an impressive 11 goals in their last three games. Additionally, their proficiency on special teams, with a conversion rate exceeding 23% on power play opportunities, further contributes to their odds of success. Conversely, Boston's struggles in penalty kills, ranking 25th in the league, and defensive shortcomings, allowing 13 goals in their last three games, suggest they may face difficulties in containing the Oilers' offensive prowess. In contrast, Edmonton has exhibited a solid defensive effort, conceding only five goals in their recent games, which may prove effective in limiting Boston's offensive output. Considering these factors, it is advisable to place confidence in Edmonton to cover the money line.

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SportsJaw Oilers vs Bruins archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Oilers vs Bruins matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Edmonton Oilers-138 → -145Moved
  • Moneyline · Boston Bruins+120 → +125Moved
  • Spread · Edmonton Oilers-1.5 (+178) → -1.5 (+165)Moved
  • Spread · Boston Bruins+1.5 (-212) → +1.5 (-195)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Edmonton Oilers
8-2 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Boston Bruins
9-2 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-07T05:01:45.690Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-19Boston Bruins 2 · Edmonton Oilers 3
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Edmonton Oilers defeated Boston Bruins 4-0

Edmonton Oilers defeated Boston Bruins 4-0 on January 7, 2025, a 4-goal decision in the series. Edmonton Oilers' strongest period was the 2nd period, when it outscored its opponent 2-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Edmonton Oilers -1.5 (+165) spread, Edmonton Oilers covered, while the 4 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Altuve27Moneyline · Edmonton Oilers -138Win
  • NutinbutlocksMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -140Win
  • DtownsendMoneyline · Edmonton Oilers -140Win