Boston (2-2-0) at Colorado (0-3-0)
- When: Oct 16 2024, 9:30 PM
- Where: Ball Arena, Denver, CO, USA
- Where to watch: TNT
Boston Bruins @ Colorado Avalanche
Moneyline
Boston Bruins +105
Colorado Avalanche -125
Boston Bruins @ Colorado Avalanche
Puck Line
Boston Bruins 1.5 (-240)
Colorado Avalanche -1.5 (+200)
Boston Bruins @ Colorado Avalanche
Total
Over 6.5 (-103)
Under 6.5 (-117)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Team Stats
| Bruins | Avalanche | |
| 2-2-0 | Record | 0-3-0 |
| 0-1-0 | Away & Home | 0-2-0 |
| 2-2-0 | Last 10 | 0-3-0 |
| L1 | Streak | L3 |
Last Matchup:
BOS 5-2, January 18th, 2024
Game Preview
The Boston Bruins are off to a decent start this season—except when they face the Florida Panthers. With a 2-2-0 record, both of Boston’s losses have come against the reigning Stanley Cup champions. While Florida isn’t on their schedule again until January, the Bruins now face a desperate Colorado Avalanche team on Wednesday night, offering an interesting angle for bettors.
Boston is coming off a tough 4-3 home loss to Florida on Monday, but they head to Denver to begin a three-game road trip. Despite the loss, the Bruins found positives, particularly the strong performance from their bottom-six forwards, which could influence prop bets for depth players. The fourth line was involved in all three goals, two scored by defensemen. David Pastrnak saw his three-game goal streak come to an end, but captain Brad Marchand praised the fourth line, calling them "unbelievable" and suggesting that they’re carrying the team right now. Bettors might look for value in secondary scorers in upcoming games.
The Bruins also emerged from Monday’s physical battle without major injuries, a relief for anyone backing them in what could be another bruising contest against a struggling Colorado team. Pastrnak was hit hard by former teammate A.J. Greer, leading Pavel Zacha to drop the gloves in his defense. This adds some intrigue to player toughness props and penalty minutes betting.
Colorado, on the other hand, has lost their first three games, allowing 20 goals, including three empty-netters. With the Avalanche desperate for a win, bettors may find value in underdog odds or totals betting, especially if Colorado can tighten up their defense.
Cale Makar, speaking on the team’s slow start, referenced how the Avalanche have overcome similar slumps in past seasons, including during their 2022 Stanley Cup run. Makar’s statement that "the world seems like it’s falling, but you find a way out of it" may appeal to bettors banking on a Colorado bounce-back performance.
Goaltender Alexandar Georgiev has struggled, allowing five goals on 36 shots in a 6-2 loss to the New York Islanders on Monday, but his overall performance was considered his best yet. According to coach Jared Bednar, it was Colorado’s poor defensive play that cost them the game. Bettors might consider Georgiev’s form when looking at over/under betting lines, especially if Colorado’s defense doesn’t improve.
The Avalanche are dealing with significant roster issues, missing four of their top-six forwards, and played without star defenseman Devon Toews on Monday. Injuries to key players like Gabe Landeskog, Artturi Lehkonen, and Valeri Nichushkin could impact Colorado’s scoring ability, adding value to bets on Boston or the under. While Toews is expected to return Wednesday, Jonathan Drouin remains out with an upper-body injury.
With Boston’s solid start and Colorado’s struggles, bettors might find favorable lines backing the Bruins, though a desperate Avalanche team could offer high-reward upset potential.
NHL Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Colorado 4-3
Expert Pick: Colorado -125 & Over 6½ (-103)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $355
NHL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
