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Kraken vs. Bruins prediction: Boston favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [1/15/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Seattle Kraken vs Boston Bruins predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Boston Bruins will take on the Seattle Kraken in NHL action at TD Garden on Thursday, beginning at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Bruins as the most likely winner of the Kraken vs. Bruins game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Bruins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Kraken and Bruins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Bruins a 58% chance of beating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 56% chance of going over.
Kraken vs. Bruins odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+150) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -176 |
| Total | o5.5 (-134) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Bruins picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -160 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +150 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -134 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken +1.5 at the spread.
Kraken vs. Bruins player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Bruins?
According to our model, David Pastrnak is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Bruins.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 40.4% chance of scoring a goal at TD Garden, while the star is an 8.3% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 26.0% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 22.8% |
| Jordan Eberle | 22.6% |
| Berkly Catton | 21.2% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 20.9% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 40.4% |
| Morgan Geekie | 31.2% |
| Alex Steeves | 25.4% |
| Fraser Minten | 23.5% |
| Pavel Zacha | 21.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 4.9% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 4.2% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 3.9% |
| Shane Wright | 3.8% |
| Berkly Catton | 3.8% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 8.3% |
| Morgan Geekie | 6.6% |
| Fraser Minten | 4.9% |
| Alex Steeves | 4.3% |
| Pavel Zacha | 4.2% |
Kraken vs. Bruins game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Bruins and Kraken at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Boston Bruins
- Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Bruins, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Bruins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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