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Oilers vs. Bruins prediction: Edmonton favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [12/18/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Edmonton Oilers vs Boston Bruins predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Boston Bruins will take on the Edmonton Oilers, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at TD Garden on Thursday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Oilers a slight edge with a 54% win probability over the Bruins.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's Oilers vs. Bruins matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Oilers vs. Bruins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Oilers and Bruins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Oilers a 54% chance of beating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Bruins odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-200) |
| Moneyline | -132 | +115 |
| Total | o6.5 (-105) | u6.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Oilers vs. Bruins picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Bruins | +115 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -112 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Oilers vs. Bruins player props
Who will score a goal in Oilers vs. Bruins?
According to our model, Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Bruins.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 46.1% chance of scoring a goal at TD Garden, while the star is a 10.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 46.1% |
| Connor McDavid | 40.7% |
| Zach Hyman | 38.7% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 21.7% |
| Evan Bouchard | 18.2% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 40.3% |
| Morgan Geekie | 39.2% |
| Alex Steeves | 34.3% |
| Pavel Zacha | 20.5% |
| Casey Mittelstadt | 16.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 10.2% |
| Connor McDavid | 8.2% |
| Zach Hyman | 7.2% |
| Ryan Nugent-Hopkins | 3.6% |
| Evan Bouchard | 3.0% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Morgan Geekie | 8.0% |
| David Pastrnak | 7.8% |
| Alex Steeves | 6.4% |
| Fraser Minten | 3.2% |
| Pavel Zacha | 3.2% |
Oilers vs. Bruins game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Bruins and Oilers at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Boston Bruins
- Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Oilers, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Oilers vs. Bruins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date 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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