The Boston Bruins face a significant matchup today against the Minnesota Wild, aiming for their fourth consecutive victory. This exciting game takes place at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, beginning at 6 p.m. ET.
Current Team Form and Statistics
Both teams come into this game with solid recent performances. The Minnesota Wild have had an impressive record of 13 wins, 2 losses, and 2 overtime losses in their last 17 games. They secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators in their latest outing.
The Bruins, on the other hand, hold a season record of 19 wins and 13 losses. In their last ten games, they have performed well, winning 7 of those matches.
Team Records
| Team | Season Record | Last 10 Games | Goals Scored | Goals Allowed | Power Play Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Bruins | 19-13-0 | 7-3-0 | 105 | 99 | 26.1% |
| Minnesota Wild | 18-9-5 | 7-2-1 | 90 | 84 | 21.8% |
Key Players and Matchup Insights
The Bruins’ coach, Marco Sturm, emphasizes the need for focus as his team prepares for this challenging away game. Notably, the Bruins acquired elite defensive player Quinn Hughes, who was traded recently, adding more depth to their roster.
- David Pastrnak leads the Bruins with 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists).
- Morgan Geekie follows closely with 35 points (22 goals, 13 assists).
- Pavel Zacha adds 22 points (8 goals, 14 assists).
Goaltending Matchup
The Bruins are likely to start Jeremy Swayman in goal. This season, he boasts a record of 13 wins, 7 losses, and a 2.67 goals-against average. In his career against the Wild, he’s performed well, with a 1.78 GAA and a .942 save percentage in four games.
For the Wild, Filip Gustavsson is expected to take the crease, following Jesper Wallstedt’s start against Ottawa. Gustavsson holds a 9-8-3 record with a 2.64 GAA this season and has shown resilience against the Bruins in his two career matchups.
Game Predictions and Betting Insights
The betting line favors Minnesota at -140, with an over/under set at 6.0 goals for the matchup. The Bruins have been outscoring opponents significantly, tallying 20 goals against just 8 during their current winning streak.
The atmosphere in St. Paul is expected to be electric, as both teams vie for critical points in the standings. With the stakes high, fans can anticipate an intense battle on the ice this evening.
