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FLORIDA PANTHERS @ BOSTON BRUINS

QUARTER FINALS – GAME 4

FLORIDA LEAD 2-1

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
BOS 47 20 24-11-6 23-9-9
FLO 52 24 26-13-2 26-11-4

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM GF GA DIFF GLS AV
BOS 3.3 2.7 +0.5 6.0
FLO 3.3 2.4 +0.8 5.7

SEASON MATCHUPS

BOSTON 4-0

GAME 3 BOS FLO 2:6
GAME 2 FLO BOS 6:1
GAME 1 FLO BOS 1:5
07.04.24 BOS FLO 3:2 (2:2)
27.03.24 FLO BOS 3:4
23.11.23 FLO BOS 1:3
31.10.23 BOS FLO 3:2 (2:2)

PICKS ATS

SPREAD TOTAL RESULT
FLO OVER FLO
-1.5 5.5 3-2

THE RUB

In the Eastern semiS, the Bruins initially took control, but the Panthers made a resounding comeback in Game 3, now leading the series 2-1. As the teams gear up for Game 4 on Sunday, Florida aims to extend their lead with another strong performance in Boston.

The Panthers’ success in Game 3 was fueled by their dominant power play, converting 4 out of 6 opportunities, with Evan Rodrigues notching two goals. This breakthrough on the man advantage proved crucial for Florida, especially after struggling in the first two games of the series.

The return of center Sam Bennett from injury provided a significant boost to Florida’s lineup.

However, the Bruins faced setbacks of their own, with captain Brad Marchand exiting the game due to an upper-body injury caused by a hit from Bennett. Marchand’s status remains uncertain for Game 4, leaving Boston potentially without their key leader.

Goaltender Jeremy Swayman, who has been stellar throughout the postseason, will be crucial for Boston’s success. Despite recent challenges, the Bruins remain determined to bounce back and level the series.

PLAYER TRENDS

  • Aleksander Barkov: Recorded at least 1 assist in each of the last 6 playoff games against the Bruins.
  • Sam Reinhart: Scored a goal in each of the last 4 road playoff games.
  • Pavel Zacha: Recorded at least 1 assist in 4 of the last 5 games against the Panthers.
  • Brandon Montour: Scored at least 1 goal in 4 of the last 5 playoff games against the Bruins.
  • Jake DeBrusk: Scored at least 1 goal in the last 3 games as home underdogs against the Panthers.

PICK – OVER 5.5 TOTAL GOALS


VANCOUVER CANUCKS @ EDMONTON OILERS

QUARTER FINALS – GAME 3

SERIES TIED 1-1

WIN/LOSS

TEAM W L HOME ROAD
COL 50 25 31-9-1 19-16-6
DAL 52 21 26-11-4 26-10-5

SEASON POINTS +/-

TEAM GF GA DIFF GLS AV
COL 3.7 3.1 +0.6 6.8
DAL 3.6 2.9 +0.8 6.5

SEASON MATCHUPS

VANCOUVER 4-0

GAME 2 VAN EDM 3:4 (3:3)
GAME 1 VAN EDM 5:4
14.04.24 EDM VAN 1:3
07.11.23 VAN EDM 6:2
15.10.23 EDM VAN 3:4
12.10.23 VAN EDM 8:1

PICKS ATS

SPREAD TOTAL RESULT
VAN OVER VAN
+1.5 6.5 4-3

THE RUB

In Game 3 the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks meet again, after the Oilers seized a crucial win, evening the series at 1-1 with a 4-3 overtime victory. As the moves to Edmonton for Games 3 and 4, both teams are eager to gain the upper hand.

Edmonton’s captain, Connor McDavid, played a pivotal role in Game 2, bouncing back from a scoreless performance in Game 1. Alongside Leon Draisaitl, McDavid tallied a goal and three assists, showcasing his offensive prowess. The Oilers demonstrated resilience, rallying to tie the game early in the third period before securing the overtime victory, courtesy of Evan Bouchard’s decisive goal.

McDavid’s consistency has been a cornerstone of Edmonton’s playoff campaign, matching an Oilers record with at least one assist in all seven postseason games. Meanwhile, Draisaitl’s return to the lineup following an injury concern proved instrumental, contributing to the potent offensive duo alongside McDavid.

PLAYER TRENDS

  • Zach Hyman: Scored at least 1 goal in each of the last 4 home games.
  • J.T. Miller: Recorded at least 1 assist in 6 of the last 7 road appearances.
  • Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Recorded at least 1 assist in 4 of the last 5 games.
  • Connor McDavid: Scored at least 1 goal in each of the last 3 home games against the Canucks.
  • Nikita Zadorov: Scored a goal in 3 of the last 4 games.
  • Sam Lafferty: Scored a goal in each of the last 2 road games against the Oilers.

PICK – VANCOUVER +1.5