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Jets vs. Bruins prediction: Boston favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/19/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Winnipeg Jets vs Boston Bruins predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Boston Bruins and Winnipeg Jets are scheduled to meet in the NHL at TD Garden on Thursday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Bruins as the most likely winner of the Jets vs. Bruins game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Jets vs. Bruins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Jets and Bruins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Bruins a 55% chance of defeating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Jets vs. Bruins odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-205) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -140 |
| Total | o6 (-105) | u6 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jets 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 | Jets +1.5 | -205 |
| Moneyline | Jets | +120 |
| Total | Under 6 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Jets vs. Bruins player props
Who will score a goal in Jets vs. Bruins?
According to our model, David Pastrnak is most likely to score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Bruins.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 44.4% chance of scoring a goal at TD Garden, while the star is a 9.3% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 39.2% |
| Mark Scheifele | 36.7% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 29.2% |
| Cole Perfetti | 27.8% |
| Josh Morrissey | 17.4% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 44.4% |
| Morgan Geekie | 34.8% |
| Pavel Zacha | 24.7% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 24.4% |
| Elias Lindholm | 21.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 8.3% |
| Mark Scheifele | 8.0% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 6.0% |
| Cole Perfetti | 5.4% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.4% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 9.3% |
| Morgan Geekie | 7.6% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 5.0% |
| Pavel Zacha | 4.7% |
| Elias Lindholm | 4.2% |
Jets vs. Bruins game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Bruins and Jets at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. Boston Bruins
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Bruins, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jets vs. Bruins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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