BOS

NJ

Boston Bruins vs New Jersey Devils 4/8/25 NHL Free Pick

As we look ahead to the upcoming NHL showdown between the Boston Bruins and New Jersey Devils, there's a lot of intriguing stats to delve into.

Right off the bat, the recent form of both teams is worth noting. The Bruins come into this game having lost their last game, while the Devils are riding high on a three-game winning streak.

In the overall standings, the Bruins find themselves in 8th position with 31 wins and 38 losses. Their home record is decent enough, boasting 20 victories and 13 defeats, but they've struggled on the road, evident from their 11-25 away record. The team has scored 205 points but conceded a notable 259, indicating a difficulty in keeping the puck out of their net.

On the other side, the Devils are sitting pretty in 3rd position, with 41 wins and 29 losses. Their home record mirrors the Bruins at 19-13, but they've been more impressive on their travels, recording 22 wins and 16 losses. The Devils have put up 231 points, conceding 201, suggesting a stronger offensive and defensive display compared to the Bruins.

Drilling down into the power ratings, the Bruins have a rating of -62.88, a win percentage of 0.397, and a points differential of -0.69. This clearly indicates that they've been struggling to maintain consistency and secure wins.

The Devils, on the other hand, have a power rating of 117.64, a win percentage of 0.532, and a positive points differential of 0.39. These stats point to a team that is performing well and is more likely to come out on top.

Now, let's take a closer look at the odds for the game. The Bruins have an Asian Puckline Spread (apsn) of 1.5, and an Asian Puckline (apsl) of -128. This means they're not the favorites going into this game.

The Devils, on the other hand, have a Home Puckline Spread (hpsn) of -1.5 and a Home Puckline (hpsl) of 107, suggesting they have the edge. With an Away Moneyline (aml) of 215 for the Bruins and a Home Moneyline (hml) of -260 for the Devils, the odds-makers are backing the Devils to win this one.

Lastly, the Over/Under line (ol/ul) is set at -120, with a total of 5.5. This suggests a game with a moderate amount of goals, which aligns with the recent performances of both teams.

In conclusion, based on the stats, power ratings, and odds, the New Jersey Devils look like the stronger team coming into this matchup. However, as any hockey fan knows, the game isn't played on paper. It's sure to be a thrilling encounter and we

The ProCappers predicted final score is for the Boston Bruins to beat the home team New Jersey Devils 4-2

James Masters Free Pick New Jersey Devils (+215)