Wild vs Bruins Picks and Prediction – 2/5/2025

This Tuesday, Marco Rossi and the Minnesota Wild will travel to TD Garden to take on David Pastrnak and the Boston Bruins in an interconference battle. Get our free NHL Picks all season long! The Wild enter the game with a 31-18-4 record, looking to rebound after a 6-0 loss against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. Rossi has been a key contributor for Minnesota, stepping up offensively alongside Mats Zuccarello and Matt Boldy as the team continues to push for playoff positioning.

Minnesota’s defense, anchored by Jonas Brodin and Jared Spurgeon, will need to tighten up after a tough performance against Ottawa. Goaltending will also be crucial, as the Wild look to contain Boston’s high-powered attack.

The Bruins, coming off a 6-3 win against the New York Rangers on Saturday, have been one of the most dominant in a tough eastern conference this season. Pastrnak has been at the center of Boston’s offensive success, leading a strong group that includes Brad Marchand and Charlie McAvoy. The Bruins’ combination of physical play, defensive depth, and elite goaltending has made them a difficult opponent, especially at home.

For Boston, maintaining offensive pressure and taking advantage of Minnesota’s defensive lapses will be key. Pastrnak will look to continue his scoring surge, while the Bruins’ defense and Jeremy Swayman in net aim to shut down Rossi and the Wild’s attack.

This matchup features Rossi’s emerging offensive talent against Pastrnak’s elite scoring ability in what should be a fast-paced, physical game. While Minnesota is looking to bounce back, Boston’s home-ice advantage, depth, and recent momentum could give them the upper hand. Take the Bruins to grab the win in front of their fans. Final Score Prediction, Boston Bruins win 5-2.