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Boston Bruins vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: United Center — Chicago, IL

Article updated Dec 4, 10:00 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks are set to face off in a matchup where both teams are looking to improve on their rough seasons. The Bruins currently have a 13-11-3

Game outlook

The Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks are set to face off in a matchup where both teams are looking to improve on their rough seasons. The Bruins currently have a 13-11-3 record and are in the middle of the Atlantic Division, while the Blackhawks have an 8-15-2 record and the worst record in the Central Division with three consecutive losses. Boston is favored to win with a -150 opening line that has not moved. For predictions and more on this game, visit our Bruins vs Blackhawks prediction. Don't forget to take advantage of top sportsbook bonuses to maximize your profits.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bruins -150 | Blackhawks +130

Spread: Bruins -1.5 (+170) | Blackhawks +1.5 (-200)

Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 60%.

Boston Bruins

The Boston Bruins are experiencing a challenging season, with their offense struggling to produce goals at only 2.46 per game. While key players like David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and Elias Lindholm have contributed significantly, the rest of the offense has faced difficulties. The defense has also been disappointing, allowing 3.08 goals per game. Despite efforts from players like Charlie McAvoy and Nikita Zadorov, opponents have been able to exploit weaknesses in the defensive unit. Goaltender Jeremy Swayman has struggled with a .892 save percentage and a 3.09 goals-against average. With a 13-11-3 record, Boston ranks 31st in offense, 17th in defense, and has an overall power ranking of 32. If you're looking for help with hockey betting, our NHL Picks can assist you in making successful bets.

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Chicago Blackhawks Analysis

The Chicago Blackhawks are currently experiencing a challenging season, with their offense scoring an average of only 2.44 goals per game and struggling to produce consistent results. Connor Bedard and Ryan Donato have been the standout performers on the top line, but overall offensive production has been lacking. The defense has also faced difficulties, allowing an average of 3.12 goals per game and struggling to prevent opponents from taking shots. Goaltender Petr Mrazek has been a bright spot, with a .908 save percentage and a 2.79 goals-against average. Despite these challenges, the Blackhawks have a power ranking of 25 and are ranked 30th in offense, 18th in defense, and hold an overall record of 3-8. Interested in maximizing your profits this hockey season? Consider utilizing the services of our top NHL handicappers.

Boston Bruins Expected to Dominate Struggling Chicago Blackhawks in Anticipated Matchup

The Boston Bruins are anticipated to have a strong performance against the Chicago Blackhawks, who have been struggling this season. With a high-scoring forward unit led by David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand, the Bruins are expected to have no trouble finding the back of the net against the Blackhawks' defense, which has been allowing an average of 3.12 goals per game. Defensively, Boston's blue line, including players like Charlie McAvoy and Nikita Zadorov, is projected to effectively limit Chicago's offensive opportunities, as the Blackhawks have been averaging only 2.44 goals per game. Goalkeeper Jeremy Swayman is expected to make crucial saves to secure the win for the Bruins. Ultimately, the Bruins are favored to win on the road, and taking the Bruins money line as favorites is recommended for this game.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Boston Bruins-150 → -146Moved
  • Moneyline · Chicago Blackhawks+133 → +125Moved
  • Spread · Boston Bruins-1.5 (+168) → -1.5 (+173)Moved
  • Spread · Chicago Blackhawks+1.5 (-195) → +1.5 (-210)Moved
  • Total · Over5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Boston Bruins
9-2 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Chicago Blackhawks
3-8 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-05T03:00:16.145Z). 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

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Boston Bruins defeated Chicago Blackhawks 4-2

Boston Bruins defeated Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on December 4, 2024, a 2-goal decision in the series. Boston Bruins' strongest period was the 2nd period, when it outscored its opponent 2-1. Against SportsJaw's recorded Boston Bruins -1.5 (+173) spread, Boston Bruins covered, while the 6 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 5.5.

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