Boston Bruins vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

The Bruins and Blackhawks are set to face off at 7:30 ET on TNT. The Blackhawks will host the game at United Center in Chicago, IL. The Bruins are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Blackhawks. The game’s over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.

BOSTON BRUINS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5

This game will be played at United Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.

WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:

• In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blackhawks winning this one 4-3.
• We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+130)
• The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5

Do the Bruins Have a Shot at a Road Win?

With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 13-11-3 this season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark.

Both goals came in the first period for the Bruins. Justin Brazeau scored at 3:23, followed by Charlie Coyle at 9:57. Boston’s defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.

Boston fired 33 shots on goal in their last game but managed only two scores, both in the first period. Justin Brazeau netted his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd, coming on a power play.

Despite 16 giveaways, the Bruins picked up four assists, with Brad Marchand earning his 7th of the season. Elias Lindholm followed with his 6th assist, and Charlie McAvoy added his 3rd.

Boston’s defense was excellent in their last game, shutting out the Kraken 2-0. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The Bruins’ defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.

Does Chicago Have What it Takes at Home?

Chicago improved to 8-15-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. As underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks covered, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.

Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who led 4-1 before the Ducks added a goal with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.

Chicago’s offense delivered 4 goals on 29 shots in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Ryan Donato netted his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen scored his 4th goal, and Isaak Phillips found the net for the first time this season.

The Blackhawks struck twice in the opening period, added a third in the second, and capped their scoring with Donato’s goal in the third. Connor Bedard contributed with 2 assists, bringing his season total to 9.

Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95.0% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 victory over the Ducks. Chicago’s defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals they allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.