Bruins vs Kraken Prediction NHL Picks Today 2/15
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- Feb 15, 2024, 7:10:15 AM
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Preview: Seattle Kraken vs. Boston Bruins - Prediction KingPin Pro
Introduction
Prepare for a defensive showdown as the Seattle Kraken face off against the Boston Bruins. This preview analyzes player stats, recent team performances, and provides a prediction for the game scheduled on February 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken, currently sixth in the Pacific Division with a record of 22-21-10, are aiming for a strong defensive performance against the Bruins.
Goaltender Matchup:
Jonathan Daccord (15 wins, 2.36 GA/G, .921 SV%) and Philipp Grubauer (6 wins, 3.10 GA/G, .889 SV%) will be crucial in guarding the Kraken's net.
Game Information
The game will take place at TD Garden on February 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Expect a tight defensive battle between these two teams.
Scoring Leaders
Key players for the Kraken include Oliver Bjorkstrand, leading with 40 points (13 goals, 27 assists), while David Pastrnak leads the Bruins with 77 points (33 goals, 44 assists).
Injury Report
Seattle's Brian Dumoulin and Justin Schultz are both listed as day-to-day and might return for the game on February 15.
Team Stats
Review the team statistics:
| Team | GF/G | GA/G | SF/G | SA/G | PIM | PPG | PCT | PPGA | PCT | SHG | SHGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Kraken | 2.70 | 2.83 | 28.9 | 29.8 | 429 | 30 | 20.5 | 32 | 78.5 | 2 | 0 |
| Boston Bruins | 3.36 | 2.57 | 29.9 | 31.0 | 550 | 40 | 24.0 | 35 | 81.9 | 5 | 0 |
Recent Performances
Here are the last 5 games for both teams:
Seattle Kraken
The Kraken secured a shootout victory against the Islanders (2/13) but suffered losses against New Jersey (2/12) and Philadelphia (2/10).
Boston Bruins
The Bruins faced defeats against Tampa Bay (2/13) and Washington (2/10) but secured a win against Vancouver (2/8).
Prediction
Given the defensive capabilities of both teams and their recent performances, coupled with the goaltender matchup, it's likely that goals will be hard to come by. Expect a low-scoring affair, making the under of 5.5 goals the preferred pick for this game.
Pick: Under 5.5 goals
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