Prediction and Odds for Wednesday Night Hockey Matchup Between the Bruins and Avalanche on October 16th

• The Boston Bruins (2-2-0) face the Colorado Avalanche (0-3-0) in Wednesday Night Hockey
• We’ve made our Bruins vs Avalanche prediction for Wednesday, October 16, 2024
• Read below for Bruins vs Avalanche prediction and odds for tonight’s game on TNT

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The Boston Bruins (2-2-0) head to the Mile High City to take on the Colorado Avalanche (0-3-0) in a Wednesday Night showdown on October 16, 2024. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 PM Eastern Time at Ball Arena, with national coverage provided by TNT.

The Avalanche enter as slight favorites at -135, while the over/under is set at 6.5 goals. Can Nathan MacKinnon get their first win of the season against the B’s tonight?

Here is our Bruins vs Avalanche prediction for Wednesday Night Hockey.

Avalanche vs Bruins Prediction

Despite their early-season struggles, I’m backing the Avalanche to secure their first win of the season against the Bruins. Colorado has won the possession battle and generated more expected goals at 5-on-5 in all three games, indicating they are due for positive regression.

The Avs have a potent offense led by Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen, and their power play is clicking at 33.3% (3rd in the NHL). The Avs have also scored at least four goals in four of their past five matchups with the B’s at Ball Arena.

While it’s true the Avs have lost five straight home games, I don’t think this will last for long. Last year, they hit the moneyline in 33 of their 48 home games, good for a 36 ROI. The altitude is always a factor, and the Avs have the upper hand playing their games in the Mile High City.

Boston’s underlying metrics are concerning, as they rank 27th in Corsi For percentage (47.3%) and 25th in expected goals percentage (45.1%) at 5-on-52. The Bruins are also due for regression in the opposite direction, as their league-high 14.1% shooting percentage at 5-on-5 is unsustainable.

While the Avalanche have struggled defensively and in goal, they have the firepower to outscore their problems against a Bruins team that has looked vulnerable early in the season. Expect a high-scoring affair with Colorado coming out on top.

Wednesday Hockey Picks:

Bruins vs Avalanche Odds

The Avalanche are currently favored to win this one, with the moneyline set at -135. This means that a $135 bet on Colorado would return a profit of $100 if they emerge victorious. On the flip side, the Bruins are underdogs at +115, offering a potential return of $115 on a $100 wager.

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Colorado is listed at -1.5 (+198) for those interested in the puck line, while Boston is at +1.5 (-245). A bet on the Avalanche puck line would require them to win by two or more goals, but it would provide a significantly higher payout. The Bruins puck line bet would cash if they either win outright or lose by a single goal.

The total (over/under) for this game is set at 6.5 goals, with the over slightly juiced at -106 and the under at -114. This suggests that oddsmakers believe there’s a slightly higher likelihood of the game seeing seven or more goals scored.

Odds as of October 16, 2024 at Bet365 Sportsbook. Grab a bet365 bonus code to wager on Bruins vs Avalanche tonight.

BOS-COL H2H History

The Bruins and Avalanche have faced each other 10 times since the 2018-19 season, with both teams winning five games apiece. However, the Bruins have had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning three of the last four contests.

Recent Results

The Bruins have covered the puck line in their last three wins against the Avalanche, while Colorado has managed to secure two shootout victories in their recent successes. The over/under trends have been mixed, with the total going over in four games, under in five, and pushing in one.

The Boston Bruins will face off against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday night in what is expected to be an exciting matchup between two of the top teams in the NHL. Both teams have had strong starts to the season, with the Bruins currently sitting at 4-1-0 and the Avalanche at 3-0-1.

The Bruins are coming off a dominant 4-0 win over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, with goaltender Tuukka Rask recording his first shutout of the season. The team has been led by their top line of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron, and David Pastrnak, who have combined for 21 points in just five games. The Bruins’ power play has also been clicking at an impressive 31.6%, which ranks third in the league.

On the other side, the Avalanche have been led by their dynamic duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen, who have combined for 15 points in just four games. Goaltender Philipp Grubauer has also been solid between the pipes, posting a .931 save percentage and a 2.24 goals against average.

In terms of predictions and odds for Wednesday night’s game, the Bruins are currently favored to win with odds of -130, while the Avalanche are the underdogs with odds of +110. The over/under for total goals scored in the game is set at 6.5.

Given the strong play of both teams so far this season, this game has the potential to be a high-scoring affair. The key for the Bruins will be to contain MacKinnon and Rantanen, while the Avalanche will need to find a way to slow down the Bruins’ top line.

Overall, this matchup between the Bruins and Avalanche is shaping up to be a thrilling game between two of the top teams in the league. Fans can expect a fast-paced, high-energy game with plenty of scoring opportunities for both teams. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in what could be a preview of a potential playoff matchup later in the season.