The Detroit Red Wings are set to face off against the Boston Bruins in a crucial road game today at TD Garden, as both teams seek to break out of their current slumps. Currently sitting at a record of 13-11-1, the Red Wings find themselves not in a playoff position, mirroring the Bruins’ 14-12 record, with both possessing a .540 points percentage.
The game will kick off at 7 p.m. ET and can be watched on the FanDuel Sports Network or listened to on 97.1 FM. The betting odds favor Detroit by 1.5 points, with a moneyline of +175, while Boston sits at +1.5 and -225.
The Red Wings will look to capitalize on the recent form of Lucas Raymond, who is riding a four-game point streak, accumulating four points (1 goal, 3 assists) in that span. Meanwhile, team captain Dylan Larkin has been a consistent performer, scoring six goals over his last ten games and leading the team with a total of 27 points (14 goals, 13 assists) this season.
However, Detroit’s defense has faced challenges lately, particularly with defenseman Albert Johansson struggling to find his footing, posting a minus-11 rating over his last 11 games. The Red Wings’ recent form is concerning, having lost three straight games and four of their last five, during which they have allowed 21 goals. Their goals-against average (GAA) has climbed to 3.44, ranking them among the worst in the league.
On the other hand, the Bruins are also looking to regain their footing after suffering a 6-2 defeat to the New York Rangers. This game marks the beginning of a home-and-home series, with a return matchup scheduled for Tuesday in Detroit. Boston’s power play ranks among the league’s best at 24.7% but will be without key players, including David Pastrnak, who is sidelined with an undisclosed injury. Pavel Zacha’s status is uncertain, as he is day-to-day, while the Bruins are also missing Charlie McAvoy and several other injured players.
With both teams eager to turn around their fortunes, this clash promises to be a competitive matchup that could set the tone for the weeks to come in the NHL. Fans can expect an intense display of hockey as both the Red Wings and the Bruins battle to climb back into contention.