The Boston Bruins (20-17-4) will look to snap a three-game losing streak when they host the New York Islanders (14-18-7) at TD Garden on Sunday evening in what promises to be a compelling Eastern Conference matchup.
Both teams enter the contest facing offensive challenges, with the Bruins averaging 2.58 goals per game while the Islanders have managed just four goals in their last three outings.
David Pastrnak continues to lead Boston's attack with 15 goals and 25 assists, while Anders Lee paces the Islanders with 16 goals and 14 assists on the season.
The Bruins hold a significant advantage on home ice this season with a 12-6-2 record at TD Garden, though their recent form has been concerning with losses in four of their last five games.
The Islanders, currently tied for last in the Metropolitan Division with 35 points, face an uphill battle as they attempt to reverse their fortunes after dropping six of their last eight contests.
As these two Original Six rivals prepare to face off, special teams could prove decisive with Boston's penalty kill operating at 75.8% efficiency while the Islanders have struggled on the power play, converting just 11% of their opportunities this season.
Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders: who will win?
For tonight's Boston Bruins vs New York Islanders matchup, our predictive model gives the Bruins a 67.25% chance of defeating the Islanders.
Boston Bruins: 67.25% win probability
- Higher league position (6th in Eastern Conference vs Islanders' 15th)
- Better win-loss record (20 wins vs Islanders' 14 wins)
- Superior goal differential (-19 vs Islanders' -21)
New York Islanders: 32.75% win probability
- Poor recent form (LLLWL in last 5 games)
- Low scoring offense (103 goals in 39 games, 2.64 goals per game)
- Struggling defense (124 goals against in 39 games, 3.18 GAA)
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Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders odds
| Boston Bruins | New York Islanders | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -118 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +100 (via Caesars Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Boston Bruins have won 20 out of 41 matches this season.
- 2The New York Islanders have won 14 out of 39 matches this season.
- 3With 44 points, the Boston Bruins holds the 6th position in the league standings.
- 4New York Islanders's 35 points place them 15th in the rankings.
Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders form
Boston Bruins vs. New York Islanders head to head
Boston Bruins
83%
New York Islanders
17%
Nov 28, 2024
New York Islanders
3 : 6
Boston Bruins
Mar 3, 2024
New York Islanders
5 : 1
Boston Bruins
Dec 16, 2023
New York Islanders
4 : 5
Boston Bruins
Nov 10, 2023
Boston Bruins
5 : 2
New York Islanders
Feb 18, 2023
Boston Bruins
6 : 2
New York Islanders
Jan 19, 2023
New York Islanders
1 : 4
Boston Bruins
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