NHL

Bruins vs Kings

Hollywood Looks to Crown the Night

Boston Bruins

Blades (30-31-9) VS Kingston (37-21-9)

Mar 23, 2025 | 8:00 PM ET | Crypto.com Arena

Los Angeles Kings
Pick, Los Angeles (-240): B+
Los Angeles’s netminder remains the backbone of a squad riding a short winning streak, while Boston just snapped its last attempt at momentum. After confirming both teams’ active rosters, the Bruins could be missing a key forward, weakening their attack after a tough road trip. Historically, the Kings have frustrated Boston in tense matchups on home ice, and with their defense showing resilience, Los Angeles stands poised for another strong outing. Despite the higher cost on this bet, the likelihood and reward potential earn this moneyline a B+ rating.
Over/Under Pick: Over 5.5, (-110) - B+

David Pastrnak’s recent scoring surge looks poised to continue against a Los Angeles squad riding a four-game winning streak, while Boston aims to bounce back after dropping its last two. Despite questions surrounding Hampus Lindholm’s availability on the Bruins’ blue line and the Kings missing key defensive depth, both teams have shown they can pile up goals during West Coast matchups, including high-scoring results in their recent head-to-head history. Banking on at least six total tallies offers a decent payout for bettors given the developing storylines, earning this Over 5.5 prediction a B+ for its likelihood and the reliable return if it hits.

Puckline Pick: Boston Bruins, -1.5 (-130) – A

David Pastrnak's recent scoring surge has sent the Bruins on a small winning streak, while the Kings have stumbled in their last two outings despite Anze Kopitar’s steady presence. Hampus Lindholm’s return steadies Boston’s blue line, giving them an edge against a Los Angeles squad missing a key defender. Historically, the Bruins have impressed in Pacific Division matchups, stifling Western Conference offenses with disciplined defense. With these factors in mind, backing Boston at -1.5 could yield a strong payout at -130, earning an A prediction grade for both likelihood and potential winnings.

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