The NHL hockey betting odds menu sees a clash between Boston and Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday, with the host Bruins trying to win for themselves and reward betting fans who back them on the moneyline.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
If you're backing the visiting Chicago Blackhawks in this one, they Blackhawks listed earlier today as underdogs of 171 at most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook. Those over/under total betting saw the number open in the area of 5.5, depending on the book.
Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 3.5-2.3 win for the Bruins. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Boston Bruins Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Chicago Blackhawks will look to vanquish their hosts on Saturday, as they are 29-31-8 this season, while the Bruins are 42-15-8. Chicago is 29-36-3 against the total, while Boston is 30-34-1 versus the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Boston vs Chicago injuries news.
This game puts the Boston Bruins, most recently No. 3 in the Odds Shark NHL Power Rankings, up against the Chicago Blackhawks, who rate a No. 24 in the latest survey.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Boston's No. 4-ranked offense, averaging 3.32 goals per game, against a Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 15 at 2.93 goals allowed. The Bruins power play is averaging 20.77% while the Blackhawks defense kills off 81.31% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
In their last action, Chicago was a 3-2 loser at home against the Hurricanes. Bettors on Carolina at +108 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors home happy as well.
Boston won its last outing, a 3-2 result against the Flyers on March 08. Bettors who backed the Bruins at -190 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (5) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.
- Chicago is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games
- Chicago is 5-13 SU in its last 18 games
- The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Chicago's last 9 games
- Chicago is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
- Boston is 1-9 ATS in its last 10 games
- Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
- Boston is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
- Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago home to Boston, Sunday, March 11th
