Bruins vs Sabres Prediction NHL Picks Today 12/7
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- Dec 7, 2023, 8:02:20 AM
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Preview: Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins - NHL Showdown
Introduction
Prepare for an intense clash as the Buffalo Sabres face off against the Boston Bruins. In this preview, we'll delve into player statistics, recent performances, and provide our prediction for the game scheduled on December 7, 2023, at 5:00 PM.
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres, currently seventh in the Atlantic Division with a 10-14-2 record, take on the Boston Bruins, leading the Atlantic Division with a 17-4-3 record.
Goaltender Duel:
Sabres' goaltenders Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Devon Levi, and Eric Comrie have stats of 2.81 GA/G and .907 SV%, 3.73 GA/G and .876 SV%, and 4.01 GA/G and .863 SV%, respectively. For the Bruins, Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark showcase impressive stats with 2.08 GA/G and .932 SV%, and 2.65 GA/G and .918 SV%, respectively.
Game Information
The game will take place at the TD Garden in Boston, MA, on December 7, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The Bruins are the favorites with a -250 money line, and the puck line is set at -1.5.
Scoring Leaders
Key players to watch include Casey Mittelstadt for the Sabres and David Pastrnak for the Bruins. Mittelstadt leads with 22 points and 6 goals, while Pastrnak impresses with 36 points and 14 goals.
Injury Report
The Sabres enter the game with some key players on the injury report, including Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Rasmus Dahlin. In contrast, the Bruins have no injured players, ensuring a full-strength lineup.
Team Stats
Let's compare the team statistics:
| Team | GF/G | GA/G | SF/G | SA/G | PIM | PPG | PCT | PPGA | PCT | SHG | SHGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Sabres | 2.85 | 3.46 | 29.2 | 29.8 | 244 | 12 | 15.8 | 16 | 81.2 | 2 | 0 |
| Boston Bruins | 3.33 | 2.46 | 31.8 | 31.8 | 248 | 18 | 22.8 | 10 | 89.0 | 0 | 0 |
Recent Performances
Let's review the last 5 games for both teams:
Buffalo Sabres
Recent results include a 5-3 loss against Detroit (12/5) and a 2-1 loss against Nashville (12/3).
Boston Bruins
The Bruins are in excellent form, winning four out of their last five games, including a 3-1 victory against Columbus (12/3) and a 4-3 overtime win against Toronto (12/2).
Prediction
Considering the Bruins' dominant form, especially at home, and the Sabres dealing with injuries, we predict that the Bruins will secure a decisive victory and cover the -1.5 puck line. Expect the Bruins to control the game and win by a margin of two or more goals.
The Bruins are likely to capitalize on their offensive prowess and defensive stability to outclass the Sabres, making the -1.5 puck line an appealing pick for this game.
Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5
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