The Boston Bruins will be aiming to extend their win streak when they face off against the struggling Anaheim Ducks. The Bruins have been off to a strong start this season, with a perfect 3-0 record, placing them at the top of the Atlantic Division. On the other hand, the Ducks have struggled, currently sitting at 1-3 and seventh in the Pacific Division.
Sunday’s game, scheduled for 8:30 p.m. EDT in Anaheim, California, promises to be an exciting matchup. According to the FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE, the Bruins are favored to win with odds of -247, while the Ducks are the underdogs with odds of +201. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.
Last season, the Ducks had a difficult year, finishing with a disappointing record of 23-47-12 overall. They struggled particularly at home, going 12-25-4. The team’s offensive performance was lackluster, scoring a total of 206 goals, averaging just 2.5 goals per game on 28.4 shots per game.
In contrast, the Bruins had an exceptional 2019-2020 season, going 65-12-5 overall. They were dominant on the road, boasting a 33-9-2 record. The Bruins displayed their offensive prowess by scoring an impressive 3.7 goals per game while allowing just 2.1 goals against.
Both teams are dealing with some injuries heading into the game. The Ducks will be without forward Brock McGinn due to an undisclosed injury, as well as Isac Lundestrom, who is out with an Achilles injury. Defenseman Jamie Drysdale is listed as day to day with a lower body injury.
In summary, the Boston Bruins will be looking to continue their winning streak when they face off against the struggling Anaheim Ducks. With the Ducks experiencing difficulties both offensively and defensively, the Bruins will be aiming to capitalize on their strong start to the season. The game promises to be an intriguing matchup as these two teams battle it out on Sunday evening in Anaheim.