The Blues enter this matchup off back-to-back shutout losses, and things aren't about to get any easier against Jeremy Swayman. Yeah, we're fading struggling St. Louis in our Bruins vs. Blues predictions.
Boston comes into this one as a slight 50% underdog at Novig, and I believe this is mispriced. The puck drops at 8 p.m. ET at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Mo.
Tap into my NHL picks for Thursday, Oct. 29, and let's stay hot this year.
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Bruins vs Blues prediction: Bruins moneyline
There's no reason to go against Jeremy Swayman with the way he's playing right now. The Boston Bruins goaltender sits fifth in the NHL in goals saved above expected, playing a massive role in a defensive unit that's surrendered the second-fewest goals in the league.
With Swayman standing on his head, Boston has a significant advantage against a team that just can't put the puck in the net.
Play to 55%.
COVERS INTEL: The Bruins can get it done on the offensive end of the ice, too, sitting in sixth in expected goals at five-on-five and are 13th in high-danger shot attempts. Let them cook tonight.
Bruins vs Blues combo
David Pastrnak has been getting the most out of Pavel Zacha, who's registered three points in his last three, with eight points in October alone. The JJ Peterka, Zacha, and Pastrnak line own 3.26 xGoals per 60 and should be able to get things done, even against a defense-first team like the Blues.
Add in the fact that Pastrnak is 17th in the NHL with 6.7 shot attempts per game, and we have a good-lookin' combo.
Bruins vs Blues combo
- Bruins moneyline
- Pavel Zacha 1+ points
- David Pastrnak 4+ shots
Bruins vs Blues player prop: David Pastrnak 4+ shots
I'm not usually one to target shots on goal, but when the matchup is this appealing, it's hard to ignore. The Blues are surrendering nearly 28 shots per game, ranking 17th in the NHL, while Boston boasts one of the league's highest shooting percentages.
Pastrnak's workload only strengthens the case. He's averaging more than 20 minutes of ice time and 6.7 shot attempts per game, giving him plenty of opportunities to pile up shots tonight. Let's bring those units home safe and sound.
Bruins vs Blues goal scorer: Fraser Minten
Fraser Minten has quietly emerged as a legitimate scoring threat for Boston, burying five goals through his first 13 games (second on the team behind Pastrnak) while averaging 2.5 shots on net.
The 22-year-old draws a solid matchup against a St. Louis defense allowing nearly three goals per game, and his role in Boston's top six and second power play unit should provide the opportunities we need to find the back of the net tonight. With 18 medium-danger shot attempts this season, Minten is getting to his spots, and at 21%, he's a strong value trade to hit twine.
- Top picks: 7-7, +0.33 units
- Combos: 5-8, +3.90 units
Bruins vs Blues odds
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- Moneyline: Bruins 50% | Blues 51%
- Over/Under: Over 5.5 (56%) | Under 5.5 (45%)
- Spread: Bruins +1.5 (72%) | Blues -1.5 (30%)
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Bruins vs Blues trend
The Bruins are 6-0 in their last six meetings in St. Louis. Find more NHL betting trends.
How to watch Bruins vs Blues
| Location | Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO |
| Date | Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 8 p.m. ET |
| TV | NESN |
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