Hurricanes vs Bruins Odds
| Hurricanes Odds | -115 |
| Bruins Odds | -105 |
| Over / Under | 5.5 -110 / -110 |
Here's everything you need to know about the Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins on Tuesday, April 9 — our expert NHL prediction and pick.
As the NHL season prepares for its final week of games, a pivotal Eastern Conference clash is set to unfold Tuesday night, as the Carolina Hurricanes face the Boston Bruins.
The stakes couldn't be higher, with both sides within two points of each other with only four games remaining.
Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes have been nothing short of spectacular this season, dominating the league with their strategic gameplay.
Leading the charge with a first-place Corsi%, their control over puck possession and shot attempts is unparalleled. Coupled with a second-place ranking in xG%, Carolina’s offense is a well-oiled machine capable of penetrating even the most robust defenses.
Its power play, which ranks third in the league in goals, adds another layer that opponents must cautiously navigate.
Defensively, the Hurricanes stand strong with the fourth-best ranking in expected goals against and the fewest penalty kill goals allowed, which is a testament to their disciplined play and Pyotr Kochetkov’s reliable goaltending despite his middling save percentage and goals saved above expected rankings.
Boston Bruins
Even though they play a different style, the Bruins pose an equally formidable challenge. Their offense, while only 25th in Corsi%, has efficiently capitalized on chances, ranking seventh in high-danger chances and 14th in expected goals.
Their power play, which ranks 12th in goals, shows their ability to exploit man-advantage situations.
However, it's the defensive end where concerns arise; the Bruins rank 18th in expected goals against and have allowed the 19th most penalty kill goals — a vulnerability the disciplined Hurricanes should exploit.
Yet, Jeremy Swayman’s exceptional goaltending — evidenced by his top-10 rankings in save percentage and GAA — remains Boston's beacon of hope.
Hurricanes vs Bruins
Betting Pick & Prediction
Considering the advanced metrics and the narrative surrounding this high-stakes encounter, the most compelling bet is on the Hurricanes' moneyline at -115 odds.
This recommendation is grounded in Carolina's statistical superiority in controlling the game's pace and generating scoring opportunities. The Canes' robust defense, paired with an offense that consistently creates high-quality chances, sets them apart.
Despite playing in Boston, the Hurricanes' ability to minimize penalty kill goals against while also maximizing their opportunities on the man advantage tilts the scales in their favor.
The Hurricanes will also be looking to avenge their previous 4-1 loss against the Bruins and will likely have extra motivation to set an example heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
