The Boston Bruins (32-39-9) look to build on their recent 4-1 victory over the Penguins as they welcome the New Jersey Devils (41-31-7) to TD Garden on Tuesday night as slight underdogs at +126.
Despite the Devils entering with a stronger overall record, they're coming off a disappointing 1-0 shutout loss to the Islanders where they failed to convert any of their 25 shots on net.
With prediction models giving New Jersey a narrow 54% win probability, this matchup features two teams headed in opposite directions with Boston's home ice advantage potentially proving decisive.
Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Boston Bruins vs New Jersey Devils matchup, our predictive model gives the Bruins a 58% chance of defeating the Devils.
Boston Bruins: 58% win probability
- Home ice advantage (33 wins on the season despite overall struggles)
- Recent momentum (WLWLW in last five games showing improved form)
- Strong goal-scoring capability (218 goals scored, comparable to Devils' 235 despite lower standings)
New Jersey Devils: 42% win probability
- Poor recent form (LLLWW record indicates inconsistency heading into this matchup)
- Road game vulnerability (41-32-7 overall record suggests struggles away from home)
- Defensive inconsistency (213 goals against, which ranks middle of the pack in Eastern Conference)
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Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils odds
Here are the latest odds as the Boston Bruins host the New Jersey Devils in NHL action on Tuesday, April 15.
| Boston Bruins | New Jersey Devils | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +120 (via bet365 US) | -134 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) |
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Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils preview
The Boston Bruins will look to build on their impressive 4-1 victory over the Penguins when they host the favored New Jersey Devils at TD Garden on Tuesday night.
Despite their struggling 32-39-9 record this season, the Bruins have found a bright spot in netminder Jeremy Swayman, who boasts a solid .911 save percentage across his career and has registered quality starts in over 60% of his appearances.
The Devils (41-31-7) enter this matchup following a frustrating 1-0 shutout loss to the Islanders where they failed to convert any of their 25 shots on goal.
Jacob Markstrom is expected between the pipes for New Jersey, bringing his veteran presence to a Devils squad that has been efficient on the power play this season, converting at an impressive 27.49% rate.
Special teams could prove decisive, with Boston's penalty kill operating at 77.06% against a Devils power play unit that ranks among the league's more dangerous groups.
TD Garden should provide a testing atmosphere for the Devils, who despite being favored on paper, must overcome their recent offensive struggles to avoid another upset from the home underdogs.
Key stats
- 1Boston sits 16th in the Eastern Conference with 75 points through 81 games, struggling near the bottom of the standings
- 2New Jersey holds 7th place in the Eastern Conference with 89 points from 80 games played, maintaining playoff position
- 3The Devils have a better goal differential at +22 (235 GF, 213 GA) compared to Boston's -49 (218 GF, 267 GA)
- 4Boston enters with inconsistent form (WLWLW in last 5) while New Jersey shows similar inconsistency (LLLWW in recent matches)
Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils form
Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils head to head
Boston Bruins
67%
New Jersey Devils
33%
Apr 8, 2025
New Jersey Devils
2 : 7
Boston Bruins
Jan 23, 2025
New Jersey Devils
5 : 1
Boston Bruins
Jan 15, 2024
Boston Bruins
3 : 0
New Jersey Devils
Dec 31, 2023
Boston Bruins
5 : 2
New Jersey Devils
Dec 14, 2023
New Jersey Devils
2 : 1
Boston Bruins
Apr 9, 2023
Boston Bruins
2 : 1
New Jersey Devils
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