Boston Bruins vs Winnipeg Jets 3/16/2023 Tips, Game Analysis and Picks
Prepare for an evening of thrilling NHL action on March 16th, 2023, as the Boston Bruins hit the road to face the Winnipeg Jets at the Canada Life Center. Boasting a remarkable 50-11-5 overall record, with a solid 23-8-2 record away from home, the Bruins comfortably sit atop the Atlantic Division standings.
This season, the Bruins’ explosive offense averages an impressive 3.8 goals per game on 33.4 shots, complemented by an impressive 23.9% power-play conversion rate and a dominant 54.7% faceoff win rate. On the defensive end, the Bruins concede a stingy 2.02 goals per game on an average of 29.2 shots against, backed by a stellar 87.1% penalty kill. Expect the Bruins to rely heavily on star netminder Linus Ullmark, who has amassed a 29-4-1 record with an impressive .938 save percentage.
- The total stayed UNDER in 10 of Boston’s last 15 games on the road against Winnipeg.
- Boston is 7-2 SU in their last 9 games against an opponent in the Western Conference.
- The total went UNDER in 4 of Boston’s last 6 games with a rival in the Central Division.
Boston Bruins vs Winnipeg Jets 3/16/2023 Tips, Game Analysis and Picks
The Winnipeg Jets are set to host the Boston Bruins in a highly anticipated matchup on March 16th, 2023. The Jets, currently in 3rd place in the Central Division with a 38-27-3 record, have been dominant on offense, averaging 3.2 goals per game on 28 shots. Their power play is particularly potent, boasting an impressive 87.5% conversion rate, while their faceoff win rate is a solid 50.7%. On the defensive end, the Jets allow an average of 3.06 goals per game and 28.4 shots against, with a strong 83% penalty kill. In net, the Jets will rely on their starting goaltender, C. Hellebuyck, who has a .907 save percentage.
Leading the Jets’ offense is Mark Scheifele, who has tallied an impressive 38 goals, while Josh Morrissey has recorded 52 assists and Kyle Connor has taken 234 shots on goal. Defensively, the Jets are allowing an average of 2.8 goals per game and killing 82.7% of their opponent’s power plays. In goal, Connor Hellebuyck has faced 1621 shots and allowed 132 goals, while David Rittich has allowed 47 goals on 482 shots.
- The total remained UNDER in 10 of Winnipeg’s last 15 games at home against Boston.
- The total went UNDER in 7 of Winnipeg’s last 10 games in the Eastern Conference.
- The Winnipeg Jets are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games played on a Thursday.
Boston Bruins vs Winnipeg Jets. The NHL pick for this game is the Boston Bruins. The upcoming Bruins versus Jets matchup sees the Boston team favored to take the win. This prediction is backed up by the Bruins’ dominant performance in recent head-to-head matchups, with a record of 7-1-2 SU against the Winnipeg Jets. Boston’s strong form extends beyond their matchups with the Jets, as they have won seven of their last 10 games overall. The Jets, on the other hand, have struggled in their recent outings, with a record of 3-5-2 over their last 10 games. The final score prediction favors the Boston Bruins, with a 3-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets, covering the spread and keeping the total score below the predicted threshold.
NHL Starting Time: 8:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
TV: NESN
NHL Odds: Boston Bruins -170
NHL Totals: 6
