The Lightning ended their four-game losing streak with a win against the Hurricanes two nights ago. On Thursday, they’ll look to win back-to-back games when they host the Bruins at 7:00 p.m. ET. Will the under cash tonight in Tampa, FL?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Boston Bruins (+135) at Tampa Bay Lightning (-160); o/u 6
7:00 p.m. ET, Thursday, January 9, 2025
Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL
TV: ESPN+
Bruins vs. Lightning Public Betting: Bettors Love Florida
As of this writing, our NHL Public Betting Page shows that 78% of bets are on the Lightning moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided to get the most up-to-date public betting information.
Swayman makes 35 saves vs. Oilers
Jeremy Swayman made 35 saves in a 4-0 loss to the Oilers on Tuesday. He allowed three goals, with the final marker being scored on an empty net. This may have been Swayman’s best game of the season, and the score could have easily been 6-0 had it not been for some superb saves. But he’s lost four straight, and it’s a long climb up from his sluggish start (2.91 GAA and .891 save percentage heading into Tuesday night). Swayman is a talent, but even those can be a risk, especially in redraft and daily formats.
Vasilevskiy makes 30 saves in 3-2 win vs. ‘Canes
Andrei Vasilevskiy made 30 saves in a 3-2 win over the Hurricanes on Tuesday. He allowed a rare softie to Andrei Svechnikov in the second period, but he was otherwise strong. Vasilevskiy had lost four straight games and to lesser lights including the Habs, Sharks and Ducks. Still, he’s 17-12-1 in 30 starts with a 2.36 GAA and a .915 save percentage. Vasilevskiy is a top-10 goaltender this season, and the Bolts are in the top Wild Card spot in the East. You know what to do.
Bruins vs. Lightning Betting Prediction
Take the under. The under cashed in seven of the previous 10 meetings between these two teams. The Bruins have also cashed the under in seven out of their last 10 games as well. They’ve dropped five straight games while scoring one goal or less in three of those five contests. On the other side, the under is 6-3-1 in the Lightning’s last 10 games overall.
Bruins vs. Lightning Prediction: UNDER 6