Edmonton Oilers vs Boston Bruins Prediction 2-21-24 Picks

The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers face off on Wednesday in an NHL showdown at Rogers Place. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Bruins vs Oilers prediction.

Bruins Coming off a Shootout Win

The Bruins in the last game faced off against the Dallas Stars and they were able to secure the 4-3 victory. Jesper Boqvist had a strong game putting up one goal and adding an assist. The Bruins are averaging 3.32 goals while their defense is giving up 2.64 goals per game. The defense is ranked 5th best in the NHL and the defense is going to need to step up here. David Pastrnak has been the top player for the Bruins scoring 35 goals and adding another 45 assists so far this season. 

Oilers Offense Continues to Find Success

The Oilers’ offense has been strong heading into this game and they are going to look to continue the success here. In the last game against the Arizona Coyotes, the Oilers scored six goals and that led to the victory. The Oilers are averaging 3.56 goals, while the defense is giving up 2.89 goals per game. The offense is ranked 5th in the league while the defense is ranked 11th. Connor McDavid has scored 21 goals and added 62 assists os far this season. If the Oilers’ offense gets out to a fast start, they have a good shot to secure the win. 

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Edmonton Oilers Team Facts

• The Oilers have won each of their last eight games at Rogers Place.
• The favorites have covered the puck line in each of the Oilers’ last eight games at Rogers Place.
• The Oilers have won the third period in each of their last eight home games.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Oilers’ last 10 games as favorites.

Boston Bruins Team Facts

• The Bruins have won four of their last five games as underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
• The Bruins have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last eight night games after coming off overtime.
• The Bruins have won the third period in each of their last six night games following a home win.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Bruins’ last nine games after coming off overtime.

Bruins vs Oilers Betting Prediction

The Oilers are going to have no issue running up the score here. In the last game, the Oilers scored six goals, and they are going to get out to a fast start here. The Bruins defense has been a bit inconsistent the last couple of weeks and that is going to be the difference here as the Oilers are going to be the team that gets the job done. Back the Oilers on the money line to cash here.