The Florida Panthers (25-15-2) will host the slumping Boston Bruins (20-19-5) at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday afternoon in a crucial Atlantic Division matchup that could have significant playoff implications.
The Bruins enter the contest amid a concerning six-game losing streak that has seen them plummet from third place in the Atlantic Division to a precarious wild card position, while the Panthers have maintained their competitive edge despite recent inconsistency at home.
Boston's offensive struggles have been particularly evident during their slide, averaging just 2.9 goals per game, while Florida's balanced attack continues to produce at a solid 3.3 goals per game clip.
The Panthers have already claimed victory in both previous meetings between these teams this season, with Sam Reinhart collecting four points across those matchups.
While the Bruins desperately seek to end their downward spiral, the Panthers aim to capitalize on their home-ice advantage despite showing some vulnerability in recent weeks, having gone 1-3 in their last four games at Amerant Bank Arena.
This compelling matchup features two teams heading in opposite directions, with Boston's David Pastrnak trying to maintain his impressive form against Florida's formidable defensive unit led by Aaron Ekblad.
Florida Panthers vs. Boston Bruins: who will win?
For tonight's Florida Panthers vs Boston Bruins matchup, our predictive model gives the Panthers a 53.67% chance of defeating the Bruins.
Florida Panthers: 53.67% win probability
- Superior offensive output (140 goals for vs Bruins' 112)
- Better overall record (25-15 vs Bruins' 20-19)
- Stronger recent form (WLWLW vs Bruins' LLLLL)
Boston Bruins: 46.33% win probability
- Poor defensive performance (139 goals against, 27th in league)
- Current losing streak (5 consecutive losses - LLLLL)
- Lower point total (45 points in 44 games vs Panthers' 52 in 42)
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Florida Panthers vs. Boston Bruins odds
| Florida Panthers | Boston Bruins | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -180 (via bet365 US) | +158 (via Caesars Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Florida Panthers have won 25 out of 42 matches this season.
- 2The Boston Bruins have won 20 out of 44 matches this season.
- 3With 52 points, the Florida Panthers holds the 5th position in the league standings.
- 4Boston Bruins's 45 points place them 7th in the rankings.
Florida Panthers vs. Boston Bruins form
Florida Panthers vs. Boston Bruins head to head
Florida Panthers
83%
Boston Bruins
17%
Oct 14, 2024
Boston Bruins
3 : 4
Florida Panthers
Oct 8, 2024
Florida Panthers
6 : 4
Boston Bruins
May 17, 2024
Boston Bruins
1 : 2
Florida Panthers
May 14, 2024
Florida Panthers
1 : 2
Boston Bruins
May 12, 2024
Boston Bruins
2 : 3
Florida Panthers
May 10, 2024
Boston Bruins
2 : 6
Florida Panthers
