Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today
The NHL season is gaining momentum with nine games scheduled for Thursday night. The Boston Bruins will host the Ottawa Senators in an Atlantic Division matchup at 7 p.m., while the Florida Panthers visit the Los Angeles Kings to close out the evening.
Boston Bruins vs. Ottawa Senators
The Bruins enter this game riding a four-game winning streak. They’ve been strong at home this season with a 6–3–0 record at TD Garden, compared to a 2–4–0 mark on the road. Ottawa shows a similar split, holding a 4–2–1 record at home and 2–3–1 away.
The Senators have had four days off following their shootout loss in Montreal, which could lead to a slow start on the road. Despite dropping two of their last three games, they are still slight favorites. However, Boston appears to be gaining form and looks capable of pulling off an upset on Thursday night.
Buffalo Sabres vs. St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues suffered an embarrassing 6–1 loss in Washington last night, and now must face the well-rested Buffalo Sabres, who awaited them at home. The scheduling and momentum edge favor Buffalo in this matchup.
Thursday's Betting Outlook
- Home underdog pick: Boston Bruins to upset Ottawa.
- Home favorite pick: Buffalo Sabres against the Blues.
- Road underdog consideration: To be determined from late slate matchups.
“The Bruins are starting to turn a corner and have a good chance of pulling off the upset on Thursday night.”
Author’s Summary
Thursday's NHL lineup brings strong home ice stories, with Boston and Buffalo positioned for potential statement wins while underdogs seek value in tough matchups.