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Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 14, 2024

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Nov 14, 2024 8:12 AM
The Dallas Stars, riding high after Miro Heiskanen's impressive 2-goal performance, welcome the Boston Bruins to the American Airlines Center on Thursday, November 14th at 8:00 PM. The Stars look to build on their 9-5 record and 6-1 home record, while the Bruins aim to even the season series after falling to Dallas in their previous matchup. Expect a thrilling contest between these two Central Division foes.
Boston Bruins
Dallas Stars

Bruins vs Stars statistics

Stat Bruins Stars
Goals For per Game 2.53 3.21
Goals Against per Game 3.18 2.36
Shots per Game 27.6 30.1
Shots Against per Game 28.9 27.1
Power Play Goals 8 9
Power Play Goals Against 19 7
Short Handed Goals 1 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 197 116
Power Play Percentage 11.8 19.1
Penalty Kill Percentage 73.6 84.1

Dallas Stars recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/11/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins W 7-1
11/9/24 @ Winnipeg Jets L 4-1
11/7/24 vs Chicago Blackhawks W 3-1
11/2/24 vs Florida Panthers L 4-2
11/1/24 vs Florida Panthers L 6-4

Boston Bruins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/12/24 @ St. Louis Blues W 3-2
11/9/24 vs Ottawa Senators L 3-2 OT
11/7/24 vs Calgary Flames W 4-3 OT
11/5/24 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 4-0
11/3/24 vs Seattle Kraken W 2-0

Bruins vs Stars predictions

When the Boston Bruins lace up against the Dallas Stars, all eyes will likely be on David Pastrnak. The right winger has been red-hot, tallying a team-leading 7 goals and 9 assists. Expect him to be a catalyst on the ice, as his agility and knack for finding the back of the net could be crucial in this matchup. Also, don’t be surprised if the Bruins’ defense steps up, minimizing the Stars’ opportunities and possibly tilting the game in their favor. Given the intensity and the high stakes, this could be a prime opportunity for key players like Pastrnak to shine even brighter.

Speaking of star power, the Dallas Stars have their own ace in Matt Duchene. Leading his team in both goals and points so far this season, Duchene’s robust performance might just continue in this high-profile game. His ability to maneuver on the ice and make critical plays has been impressive, and there's good reason to anticipate he'll keep up the momentum here. Alongside him, the Stars have shown a solid home record, which might provide that extra layer of confidence for the team to perform well under pressure.

Considering the current form and the records, predicting the outcome between the Boston Bruins and Dallas Stars isn't straightforward. However, with the Dallas Stars hosting and boasting a stronger performance record at home, coupled with the standout play of Duchene, they might just have the edge. Dallas appears slightly better positioned to take this win, especially if they capitalize on their home advantage and maintain their strong defense against the Bruins’ attacks. What do you think, could this be another thrilling win for the Stars at the American Airlines Center?

Dallas Stars injuries

  • Mason Marchment (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Seguin (C): Day-To-Day
  • Sam Steel (C): Day-To-Day
  • Matt Dumba (D): Injured Reserve
  • Brendan Smith (D): Day-To-Day

Boston Bruins injuries

  • Hampus Lindholm (D): Out
  • Andrew Peeke (D): Out
  • Matthew Poitras (C): Injured Reserve
  • Ian Mitchell (D): Injured Reserve
  • Alec Regula (D): Injured Reserve

Bruins vs Stars game info

Type Info
Venue American Airlines Center
Location Dallas, TX
Puck drop Thu 8:00 PM

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