The Boston Bruins (9-1-1) are set to face off against the Dallas Stars (7-2-1) in a highly anticipated matchup at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. With both teams boasting impressive records this season, this game is expected to be a thrilling contest between two of the NHL’s top teams.
Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars Odds Info
Moneyline: Boston Bruins +117 (BetRivers) / Dallas Stars -130 (DraftKings)
Puck Line: -1.5 – Boston Bruins -220 (BetRivers) / Dallas Stars +205 (Bet365)
Total: 5.5 – -105 (BetMGM) / -109 (BetRivers)
Game Info
Date: Monday, Nov. 06
Time: 09:00 PM
Location: American Airlines Center – Dallas, TX
TV: ESPN+
Boston Bruins Betting Trends
- On the road this season, the Boston Bruins have 4 wins and 1 loss.
- As the underdog this season, the Boston Bruins have 1 win and 0 losses.
- This season, the Boston Bruins have hit 3 overs and 8 unders.
Dallas Stars Betting Trends
- At home this season, the Dallas Stars have 3 wins and 1 loss.
- As the favorite this season, the Dallas Stars have 6 wins and 2 losses.
- This season, the Dallas Stars have hit 4 overs and 6 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the past three seasons, the Boston Bruins and the Dallas Stars have faced off four times, with the Bruins emerging victorious in three of those encounters. The home team has had the upper hand in these matchups, winning three out of the four games. Interestingly, the spread has been evenly split between the two teams, with each team covering the spread twice. In terms of the total score, the under has hit three times, while the over has only hit once. The Bruins have been particularly strong in the third period, scoring five goals compared to the Stars’ two. The Bruins have also been more disciplined, committing fewer penalties in three out of the four games.
The most recent game between these two teams took place on February 14, 2023, with the Bruins defeating the Stars 3-2 in an overtime thriller. The Bruins were the visiting team and entered the game as slight favorites with a closing moneyline of -120. Despite trailing 2-1 after the second period, the Bruins rallied in the third period to tie the game and eventually won in overtime. The Bruins’ David Pastrnak was instrumental in the victory, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime and assisting on another goal. The Stars’ Jason Robertson also had a strong game, scoring a goal and assisting on another. Despite the loss, the Stars covered the spread as they were 1.5 point underdogs. The total score of five was under the closing over-under line of 5.5.
Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars Predictions
The Bruins are coming off their first regulation loss of the season, a 5-4 defeat to the Detroit Red Wings. Despite the setback, the Bruins have been in excellent form, winning nine of their first eleven games. Their offensive prowess has been on full display, with right winger David Pastrnak leading the charge with nine goals and seven assists. The Bruins’ defense has also been solid, allowing just 1.91 goals per game, one of the lowest in the league.
On the other hand, the Stars are looking to bounce back after a 2-0 loss to the Vancouver Canucks. Despite the loss, the Stars have had a strong start to the season, winning seven of their first ten games. Center Roope Hintz has been a key player for the Stars, contributing five goals and six assists. The Stars’ defense has been equally impressive, allowing just 2.5 goals per game. Goaltender Jake Oettinger has been outstanding, boasting a .938 save percentage and a 1.97 GAA, saving 7.5 goals above the average.
This game is expected to be a closely contested battle between two teams with strong offensive and defensive units. The key matchup to watch will be between the Bruins’ David Pastrnak and the Stars’ Roope Hintz. Both players have been in excellent form and their performance will likely have a significant impact on the outcome of the game. With both teams eager to get back to winning ways, this game promises to be an exciting contest.
Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars Pick
Given the recent form and performance of both teams, the Boston Bruins seem to be the more favorable pick for this matchup. Despite their recent loss to the Detroit Red Wings, the Bruins have been in excellent form, winning nine of their first eleven games. Their offensive prowess, led by right winger David Pastrnak, has been impressive. Pastrnak has been instrumental in the Bruins’ success, contributing nine goals and seven assists. The Bruins’ defense has also been solid, allowing just 1.91 goals per game, one of the lowest in the league.
On the other hand, while the Stars have had a strong start to the season, their recent loss to the Vancouver Canucks may have dented their confidence. Despite the impressive performances of Roope Hintz and Jake Oettinger, the Stars’ offense has struggled to find consistency. Furthermore, the Bruins have had the upper hand in recent head-to-head matchups, winning three out of the last four games. Given these factors, the Boston Bruins seem to be the more favorable pick for this game.
The Pick: Boston Bruins +117 (BetRivers)
Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars Player Prop Picks
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
Boston Bruins
Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
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Pavel Zacha | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -135 | +105 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
Charlie Coyle | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | +120 | -150 | 0.7 | 0.80 |
Brad Marchand | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 7/10 | -140 | +110 | 3.5 | 3.44 |
James van Riemsdyk | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -150 | +120 | 2.3 | 2.25 |
Brad Marchand | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -215 | +165 | 0.9 | 0.83 |
Dallas Stars
Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
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Joe Pavelski | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -180 | +140 | 2.4 | 2.31 |
Roope Hintz | Points | 0.5 | 7/10 | -175 | +135 | 1.1 | 0.91 |