Maple Leafs vs Bruins Picks and Prediction – 5/5/2024

The Boston Bruins will return home Saturday night for game seven of their first round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Boston was in full control up in the series 3-1 but have blown the last two resulting in a decisive game seven. Both teams have been top tier throughout this series as each will look to finish the job Saturday. Expect a back and forth affair between two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference as each looked to punch their ticket into the second round. For other NHL action see our NHL Picks.

Both teams have displayed their strengths in this series resulting in the 3-3 tie heading into game seven. Look for Boston to thrive in front of their home fans in a decisive game seven Saturday resulting in the win. The Boston offense will again shine as they overpower Toronto for the full 60 minutes leading to the victory to end round 1. Final Score Prediction, Boston Bruins win 4-2.

The Boston Bruins started the series on a tear averaging 3.5 goals per game through the first four games resulting in three wins in that span. The Boston offense has faltered over the last two outings however scoring just one goal in each game resulting in the back-to-back losses. The Toronto Maple Leafs offense has been consistent throughout this series averaging just over two goals per game overall. Defensively is where Toronto stepped up their game heavily over the last two outings controlling the Boston offense as they have gotten back into this series.