NHL Betting Picks, Odds, And Preview: Chicago Blackhawks vs Boston Bruins

An Original Six showdown takes place Wednesday night when the Chicago Blackhawks host the Boston Bruins inside the United Center. The Bruins are currently on a four-game winning streak and there are no indications that they are going to slow down soon. Boston is still superior at the Atlantic Division with a 32-10-12 standing and will be bringing their 14-8-3 road record to Illinois.

The Blackhawks, meanwhile, remain in pursuit of a spot in the playoff picture as they are two wins and three points behind at least a wildcard place in the Eastern Conference.

Chicago, however, is pegged as underdogs at home based on the latest NHL Vegas Odds.

Chicago Blackhawks

The Blackhawks attempted to pull off a rally on Tuesday against Minnesota but fell short and lost in OT, 3-2. But while it resulted in a defeat, Chicago still brought home something to cheer about. The goals scored the last timeout played a huge role in fanning their chances for the next round’s contention.

The team will look to rediscover the fire it had before hitting the break when they registered five straight wins. Patrick Kane is expected to spearhead their attack on ice with Jonathan Toews and Dominik Kubalik providing the support.

Boston Bruins

The Bruins trounced Vancouver in their last game, 4-0, to notch their fourth straight win. The surge also puts them just a point behind Washington Capitals for the Presidents’ Trophy contest.

Brad Marchand scored his 23rd goal of the season on Tuesday while David Pastrnak stays as the club’s leader in points with 75. The latest win also marked Boston’s eighth win in 11 games. And as the regular season reaches its home stretch, expect the Bruins to unleash more firepower as they set their sights to the Stanley Cup.

Odds and Trends

The Bruins are favorites on the road with a -150 price to win. The Blackhawks are offered at +130.

The Blackhawks are 4-0 in their last 4 games as an underdog and 5-0 in their last 5 games playing on 0 days rest.

The Bruins are 4-0 in their last 4 games as a favorite and 10-4 in their last 14 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation.

Over is 6-0 in Blackhawks last 6 vs. a team with a winning record.

Under is 33-12-7 in Bruins last 52 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 days situation.

Prediction

Bruins 3, Blackhawks 2