Boston Bruins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 3/25/24 – In the heat of the NHL Regular Season, the Boston Bruins and the Tampa Bay Lightning are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. With the Bruins holding a record of 41-16-15 and the Lightning at 38-25-7, this game is not just a battle for victory but also a crucial point for bettors looking for daily NHL free picks.
Boston Bruins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 3/25/24
When: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET
Where: Amalie Arena
TV: TNT
Stream: NHL.TV
Boston Bruins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 3/25/24 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruins | +1.5 -255 | o6 -102 | -101 |  |
| Lightning | -1.5 +215 | u6 -114 | -111 | |
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-136 #NHLBruins total goals O 2.5 ✅ | Odds from @FDSportsbook pic.twitter.com/KFUZKxWpXf
— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) March 27, 2024
The betting odds for this game are yet to be determined, reflecting the highly competitive nature of the matchup. Bettors should keep an eye on updates as the game day approaches, considering recent performance and team dynamics.
Goaltender Jeremy Swayman vs. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy
Jeremy Swayman has been an undisputed foundation of the Bruins, with his game baring a .917 save percentage in 39 games. Deflection-play and the ability to rock the Lightning’s offensive known for high-aiming Nikita Kucherov are his staunch defensive contributors as he did earlier against the Flames’ team.
Meanwhile, Andrei Vasilevskiy has saved .897 percent of the shots in 44 games, which is worse but still an important man for that team on the ice. His experience and heroic saves will particularly come in handy in impeding the Bruins’ best helpers, first of all David Pastrnak who has scored amazing against every team.
Bruins’ Offensive Juggernaut Meets Lightning’s Defense
The Bruins’ offensive play boils down to their stars named David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and Charlie Coyle. With Pastrnak’s goal-scoring and skillful Marchand’s all-around game, the Bruins will have enough strength to duel, even with the strong Tampa Bay defensive lines such as Victor Hedman’s defense leadership.
Lightning Strike with Precision
Based on Tampa Bay having two dynamic attackers Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point its attack can be characterized as very aggressive. Using Kucherov’s playmaking skills and combining it with Point’s goal scoring, the offense of Tampa Bay will be a huge threat to the defense of Boston. This rivalry implies a fight between gladiators, in which the offensive stars of both sides are going to outrun each other.
Trends
Boston Bruins Betting Trends
Bruins are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Boston Bruins are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Bruins are 16-18 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Bruins’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 18 of Bruins’ 38 last games at home
Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Trends
Lightning are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Tampa Bay Lightning are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Lightning are 18-18 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 1 of Lightning’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 21 of Lightning’ 34 last games at home
Boston Bruins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Picks
This clash will definitely be a close one and might just turn out to be a classic tug of war between each team’s weaknesses and the strengths they possess. Although the mighty Bruins have had an up and down record recently, their history proves that they are not a team to be taken for granted.
Considering that a lot of offensive talent will be on the field in this match, it is very much likely that scoring by both teams will be high, therefore OVERS could be a good option, if the totals were set right. In addition with their constant requirement, we might witness a few fantastic saves of either goaltender that might make a great difference in the game outcome.
Top sportsbook betting websites would most likely make props available for this game, and the bettors should take a look at persistent options away from the moneyline and puckline. With its current tactics and team outlook, the Lightning might have an edge, as they have a home advantage and have seen the Bruins in recent games.
Score Prediction: Tampa Bay Lightning 4, Boston Bruins 3.
