The Bruins, who have only allowed three goals in their last two games, should eliminate and potentially shut out the Islanders with Hampus Lindholm, Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo, and the rest of the defensive unit forcing turnovers in the neutral zone and defensive zone while goaltender Linus Ullmark blanks the shots on the net. The Under should cover in a low-scoring game controlled by both defenses.

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David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and Patrice Bergeron have scored 65 goals and 72 assists to lead the top two lines but the entire offense has been great. David Krejci, Taylor Hall, and Pavel Zacha have combined for 31 goals and 61 assists while defensemen Hampus Lindholm and Charlie McAvoy have added seven goals and 47 assists from the point to put the offense over the top. The offense has been great but the defense has carried the Bruins, allowing only 2.

The offense has stepped up but the defense has carried the Islanders, allowing only 2. 69 goals per game with only five goals in the last two games. Ryan Pulock and Alexander Romanov have combined for 5. 2 defensive point shares and 161 blocked shots while Scott Mayfield, Noah Dobson, and Sebastian Aho have combined for 5. In addition, goaltender Ilya Sorokin has been great with a. 925 save percentage and a 2. 30 goals-against average on 992 shots. Best Bets for this Game Full-Game Side Bet Insiders Status: Rating: The Islanders are looking to win on their home ice but the Bruins are one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference and look to control this game from the first period. The Bruins, who average 3.

The Bruins should win the game with a dominant win on the road. Take the Bruins money line as road Favorites. Prediction: Bruins (-160) Full-Game Total Pick Both teams have exceptional defenses and the upcoming game should reflect that with both defensive units stepping up and controlling this game from the opening puck drop. The Islanders, who allow only 2. 69 goals per game, should limit the Bruins' offense with Ryan Pulock, Alexander Romanov, and the rest of the defensive unit creating turnovers in the defensive zone and limiting shots on the net, allowing goaltender Ilya Sorokin to make plenty of big saves.

12 goals per game with only three goals in the last two games. Hampus Lindholm and Brandon Carlo have combined for 7. 2 defensive point shares and 112 blocked shots while Charlie McAvoy, Matt Grzelcyk, and Connor Clifton have combined for 7. 8 defensive point shares to add depth to the unit. Moreover, goaltender Linus Ullmark has been great in the net with a. 936 save percentage and a 1. 92 goals-against average on 814 shots. Islanders have been carried by their defenseThe Islanders are having a promising season with their offense stepping up and scoring 3. 02 goals per game. Brock Nelson, Mathew Barzal, and Anders Lee have scored 41 goals and 69 assists to lead the top two lines but the rest of the offense has also stepped up. Jean-Gabriel Pageau, Zach Parise, and Anthony Beauvillier have combined for 31 goals and 32 assists while defenseman Noah Dobson has added 10 goals and 17 assists from the point to help open up the offense.

81 goals per game, should create plenty of scoring chances with David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and the rest of the forward unit establishing a strong offensive zone presence and creating open shots with great puck movement. The Bruins, who allow only 2. 12 goals per game, should limit the Islanders' offense with Hampus Lindholm, Charlie McAvoy, and the rest of the defensive unit creating turnovers in the defensive zone and limiting shots on the net, allowing goaltender Linus Ullmark to make plenty of big saves.

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Boston Bruins vs. N. Y. Islanders Prediction, Preview, and Odds - 1-18-2023The Boston Bruins face the New York Islanders with both teams heading in opposite directions this season. The Bruins have a 34-5-4 record and with seven wins in their last 10 games, they have the best record in the Eastern Conference. The Islanders have a 23-18-4 record and with four losses in their last five games have fallen to sixth place in the Metropolitan Division. The Bruins look to remain near the top of the Eastern Conference while the Islanders look to improve in the playoff race and the upcoming game should be a good one as a result. Bruins have looked great on both ends of the iceThe Bruins are having a great season with their offense stepping up and scoring 3. 81 goals per game with 10 goals in the last two games.

Take the Under on 5. 5 goals. Prediction: Under 5. 5 Written By Mayer Fink, "Mike Fink" Mike Fink is a sports writer and a passionate football fan. After graduating from college, Fink picked up the passion he had since being a young child in following and covering all things sports and we are very excited to have him as a part of the StatSalt team. In recent weeks, Mike started a podcast which you can find on Spotify, called "The Mike and Grover Show" and it discusses all things football. He covers all forms of sports betting and also bets on all of the plays he gives out.

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