In this article, we will formulate a Bruins vs Hurricanes betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Thursday, April 4th at the Scotiabank Arena. We will take a look at:
-The Boston Bruins recent form and recent player performance
-The Carolina Hurricanes recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Bruins and Hurricanes.
Hurricanes Defense Has Dominated
The Hurricanes’ defense has dominated heading into this game and over the last two games they have outscored their opponent 7-0. In the last game against the Montreal Canadiens, they were able to secure the 3-0 victory. Sebastian Aho had a strong game, scoring one goal and adding one assist. The Hurricanes are averaging 3.73 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.58 goals per game. The offense is ranked 8th in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. Aho has scored 33 goals and added 52 assists so far this season.
Bruins Coming off Another Solid Win
The Bruins are coming off another solid win, and in the last game against the Nashville Predators, they were able to secure a 3-0 victory. David Pastrnak had a strong game, scoring a goal and adding another assist. The Bruins are averaging 3.26 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.69 goals per game. The offense is ranked 11th in the league, while the defense is ranked 6th. Pastrnak has been the top player, scoring 46 goals and adding another 48 assists so far this season.
Carolina Hurricanes Team Facts
- The Hurricanes have won each of their last eight home games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in eight of their last 10 games at PNC Arena against opponents on a winning streak.
- The ‘Under 0.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last three games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hurricanes have won the second period in eight of their last nine games following a road win.
Boston Bruins Team Facts
- The Bruins have won four of their last five games as underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Bruins have covered the puck line in 13 of their last 14 games as underdogs.
- The favorites have won the second period in seven of the Bruins’ last eight games at PNC Arena.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in four of the Bruins’ last five games against opponents on a winning streak.
Hurricanes vs Bruins Betting Prediction
Both defenses have locked down heading into this game, and they are going to really step up i this game. The Bruins gave up zero goals in the last game. The Hurricanes haven’t given up a goal in the last two games. Both of these teams are going to really struggle against the opposing team’s defense and that will be the difference here as this game is lower scoring. Back the under to cash.