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Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 8, 2025

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Apr 8, 2025 7:45 PM
The New Jersey Devils are riding high on a win streak as they host the Boston Bruins at the Prudential Center on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM. With a 1-0 lead in the regular season series, the Devils look to extend their winning ways, while the Bruins aim to snap their struggles on the road, where they've only managed 11 wins so far this season.
Boston Bruins vs New Jersey Devils

Current Odds

BOS
NJ
Over
8.5
+100
Under
8.5
-120
BOS
-2.5
+135
NJ
+1.5
+140
BOS
ML
-667
NJ
ML
+550

Bruins vs Devils statistics

Stat Bruins Devils
Goals For per Game 2.63 2.97
Goals Against Average 3.31 2.58
Shots per Game 26.4 28.2
Shots Against per Game 28.9 26.5
Power Play Goals 34 58
Power Play Goals Against 53 37
Short Handed Goals 6 7
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 781 628
Power Play Percentage 15.5 28.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 76.8 82.4

New Jersey Devils recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/5/25 vs New York Rangers W 4-0
3/31/25 vs Minnesota Wild W 3-2 SO
3/29/25 @ Minnesota Wild W 5-2
3/28/25 @ Winnipeg Jets L 4-0
3/26/25 @ Chicago Blackhawks W 5-3

Boston Bruins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/6/25 @ Buffalo Sabres L 6-3
4/5/25 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 5-1
4/3/25 @ Montreal Canadiens L 4-1
4/1/25 vs Washington Capitals L 4-3
3/29/25 @ Detroit Red Wings L 2-1

Boston Bruins injuries

  • Mark Kastelic (C): Out
  • Charlie McAvoy (D): Injured Reserve

Bruins vs Devils game info

Type Info
Venue Prudential Center
Location Newark, NJ
Puck drop Tue 7:00 PM

Bruins vs Devils predictions

When we're talking about the Boston Bruins, there's one name that really stands out: David Pastrnak. This guy is a force to be reckoned with on the ice, having notched an impressive 40 goals this season. If you're a Bruins fan, you're probably hoping he can light the lamp again at the Prudential Center. With 57 assists also under his belt, Pastrnak's presence is crucial if Boston wants to turn their road woes around. A road record of 11-25-3 isn't exactly glamorous. But with Pastrnak's versatility, anything's possible. We might see a few more highlight-reel plays that showcase his knack for creating scoring opportunities out of thin air.

Now, let's switch gears to the New Jersey Devils, who are riding the high of a 41-29-7 record. Nico Hischier is a name you'll hear a lot if you're catching this game. He's got 35 goals to his credit. Hischier's chemistry with Jesper Bratt could be the spark that the Devils need to exploit the Bruins' defensive holes. Bratt, with his blistering 67 assists, has a way of finding open spaces and feeding the puck, making him the silent assassin on the ice. Together, they make quite the duo. You can almost imagine the synergy on the ice as they slice through defenses like a hot knife through butter.

With the Devils leading the season series 1-0, it's tempting to give the nod to New Jersey for this matchup, especially considering their stronger home record. The Devils also have the odds in their favor at the Prudential Center. Throw in the Devils' momentum from their current win streak, and predicting a Devils victory seems like a safe bet. However, never count the Bruins out too early—crazier things have happened in hockey! But, all things considered, I believe the advantage lies with the Devils to extend their streak and keep those fans on their feet. What do you think? Is another win in the cards for the Devils?

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