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Bruins vs. Devils prediction: New Jersey favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [3/16/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Boston Bruins vs New Jersey Devils predictions for NHL Monday.
The New Jersey Devils will face the Boston Bruins, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Prudential Center on Monday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Devils a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Bruins.
This article offers further insights into Monday's Bruins vs. Devils matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Bruins vs. Devils prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Bruins and Devils 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Devils a 51% chance of beating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of staying under.
Bruins vs. Devils odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+195) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -125 |
| Total | o6.5 (+110) | u6.5 (-130) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bruins vs. Devils picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Bruins +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Bruins | +105 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -130 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Bruins to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Bruins vs. Devils player props
Who will score a goal in Bruins vs. Devils?
According to our model, David Pastrnak is most likely to score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Devils.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 41.8% chance of scoring a goal at Prudential Center, while the star is a 9.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 41.8% |
| Morgan Geekie | 34.2% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 24.4% |
| Pavel Zacha | 21.6% |
| Elias Lindholm | 21.2% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 34.1% |
| Jack Hughes | 33.5% |
| Timo Meier | 27.9% |
| Jesper Bratt | 24.3% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 21.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 9.0% |
| Morgan Geekie | 6.8% |
| Elias Lindholm | 4.3% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 4.2% |
| Pavel Zacha | 3.9% |
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 7.5% |
| Jack Hughes | 6.4% |
| Timo Meier | 5.3% |
| Jesper Bratt | 4.7% |
| Dawson Mercer | 4.1% |
Bruins vs. Devils game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Devils and Bruins at Prudential Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils
- Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Prudential Center
Conclusion
We predict the Devils, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Devils insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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