How to Pick the Bruins vs. Blackhawks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 4

Published 12:39 am Wednesday, December 4, 2024

On Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 PM ET, the Boston Bruins are slated to go up against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. For best bets, picks, and projections for this game, read on.

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Bruins vs. Blackhawks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.6 goals)

  • A total of 12 Boston games this season have gone over Wednesday’s over/under of 5.5 goals.
  • In Chicago’s 25 games this season, 11 have finished with more goals than Wednesday’s total of 5.5.
  • The Bruins score 2.48 goals per game, compared to the Blackhawks’ average of 2.44, adding up to 0.6 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
  • This game’s total is 0.7 less than the 6.2 goals these two teams give up per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Bruins Moneyline: -164

  • The Bruins have won 52.6% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (10-9).
  • Boston is 5-3 (victorious in 62.5% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -164 or shorter.
  • The Bruins have a 62.1% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this contest.

Blackhawks Moneyline: +138

  • In 22 games as the underdog on the moneyline, Chicago has secured the upset seven times.
  • The Blackhawks have six wins in games when their odds are +138 or longer on the moneyline (in 16 opportunities).
  • Chicago’s implied probability to win is 42.0% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Chicago 3, Boston 2

Bruins Points Leaders

  • A productive offensive player this season for Boston, David Pastrnak has recorded 24 points.
  • Brad Marchand is another of Boston’s important contributors currently with 18 total points (eight goals and 10 assists) to his name.
  • Through 27 games, Elias Lindholm has proven himself as another option for Boston. He has 13 points (three goals and 10 assists).
  • In 18 games played this season, Jeremy Swayman (7-9-2) has allowed 54 goals.

Blackhawks Points Leaders

  • Connor Bedard has recorded five goals (0.2 per game) and dished out 14 assists (0.6 per game), That makes him among the leaders for Chicago with 19 total points (0.8 per game).
  • Ryan Donato’s 15 points this season, including 10 goals and five assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Chicago.
  • Chicago’s Teuvo Teravainen has 12 points, courtesy of six goals (third on team) and six assists (sixth).
  • Petr Mrazek has a .907 save percentage (20th in the league), with 490 total saves, while giving up 50 goals (2.8 goals against average). He has compiled a 7-10-1 record between the posts for Chicago this season.

Bruins’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/29/2024 Penguins L 2-1 Home -174
12/1/2024 Canadiens W 6-3 Home -264
12/3/2024 Red Wings W 3-2 Home -175
12/4/2024 Blackhawks Away -164
12/7/2024 Flyers Home
12/10/2024 Jets Away
12/12/2024 Kraken Away

Blackhawks’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/29/2024 Wild L 3-2 Away +220
12/1/2024 Blue Jackets L 6-3 Home +119
12/2/2024 Maple Leafs L 4-1 Away +333
12/4/2024 Bruins Home +138
12/7/2024 Jets Home
12/9/2024 Rangers Away
12/12/2024 Islanders Away

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Boston vs. Chicago Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: TNT
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Venue: United Center

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