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Nashville Predators Seek First Win Against Boston Bruins on the Road: Betting Favorite Despite Winless Record

The Boston Bruins (3-2-1) will be facing off against the winless Nashville Predators (0-5) on the road on Tuesday at 8:45 p.m. ET. Boston is looking to bounce back from a close 2-1 overtime loss to Utah, while Nashville is hoping to secure their first win after a 5-2 loss to Detroit. Despite the Predators' winless record, they are the betting favorite with an opening line of -123 that has remained steady. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as both teams look to secure a crucial win in their early-season campaign.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bruins +105 | Predators -123
• Spread: Bruins +1.5 (-245) | Predators -1.5 (+205)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nashville will win straight-up is 55%.

Boston vs Nashville Stats

Boston Bruins

The Boston Bruins suffered a 2-1 overtime loss to Utah on Saturday, despite initially leading 1-0 after the second period. Goalie Swayman made 30 saves on 32 shots, with Cole Koepke scoring the lone goal for the Bruins. Swayman, who has a 2.71 GAA and a .905 SV%, will continue to start as he improves his performance. The team is averaging 3.5 goals per game, with a power play ranking of 16%. On defense, they are allowing 3.33 goals per game with a penalty kill ranking of 82.8%. Overall, Boston is ranked 11th in offense, 16th in defense, and has a 3-2-1 record this season, earning them a power ranking of 21.

Nashville Predators Analysis

Despite a promising offseason with key signings, the Nashville Predators have struggled in the early part of the season with a 0-5 record. Their offense is ranked last in the NHL, averaging just two goals per game, while their defense is ranked 31st, allowing an average of 4.6 goals per game. Their power play ranks 17th at 18.8% and their penalty kill is seventh at 86.7%. Juuse Saros, the Predators' starting goaltender, has a 0-4 record with a 3.64 GAA and .875 SV%. The team will need to improve on both ends of the ice to turn their season around.

Nashville Predators Look to Turn Season Around with Win Against Boston Bruins

The Nashville Predators have had a challenging start to the NHL season, currently holding a 0-5 record. In order to secure a playoff spot, the team will need to embark on a winning streak to make up for lost ground. Despite their early struggles, the upcoming game against the Boston Bruins presents an opportunity for Nashville to secure their first victory of the season. Goaltender Saros has shown improvement in recent games and will likely perform well against a Bruins offense that has faced difficulties in scoring. Nashville is expected to adopt an aggressive strategy from the start, enhancing their chances of securing a win. Betting odds favor Nashville to emerge victorious, with a line of -125 for the Money Line bet.

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